Planning Feasibility FAQs

At Interurban Developments Ltd, we specialise in delivering fast, informed and policy-led planning feasibility reviews for clients across Scotland. Whether you’re a landowner, developer, farmer, or homeowner, understanding what makes a site viable for development is critical to saving time and avoiding costly planning mistakes.

Below are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive about planning feasibility:

What is a planning feasibility assessment?
A planning feasibility assessment is a professional review of a site’s potential for development. It considers factors such as planning policy, land use designations, access, infrastructure, environmental constraints, and the likelihood of securing planning permission.

Who is a planning feasibility assessment for?
Our services are suitable for:

• Landowners considering future development
• Developers and investors assessing site acquisition
• Homeowners looking to build on garden or curtilage land
• Farmers and estate managers pursuing rural diversification
• Architects and legal advisors seeking planning input for clients.

What is the difference between a desktop review and a full feasibility service?

• A desktop review uses mapping tools, planning policy databases, and public records to provide a high-level overview without a site visit.
• A full feasibility service includes a site visit, verbal feedback, and a written report with mapped constraints, planning policy analysis, and strategic next steps.

We offer both tiers depending on your project size, location, and urgency.

What information do I need to provide to start a feasibility assessment?
We typically ask for:

• Site location and boundary plan
• Intended development type (e.g. housing, commercial, tourism)
• Any known planning history or constraints

How long does it take to complete a feasibility review?

• Desktop reviews are usually completed within 5–10 working days.
• Full feasibility reviews with site visits take around 10–15 working days, depending on availability and location.

We also offer expedited services upon request, subject to consultant availability.

Can the feasibility report be used in pre-application discussions?
Our feasibility outputs are ideal preparation for pre-application engagement. We can use the findings to frame your enquiry professionally, giving you a stronger position when approaching the planning authority.

Is planning feasibility different from valuation?
Yes. A feasibility review focuses on planning risk and policy potential, not financial market value. However, understanding whether a site is likely to receive planning permission is a critical step before commissioning valuations or sales strategies.

Can Interurban Developments help me take the next step after feasibility?
Absolutely. We offer full planning support including:

• Pre-application submission and liaison
• Planning applications (PPiP or full)
• Planning statements
• Planning appeals
• Condition discharge and renewals
• LDP promotion and representation

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