About Planning Voice
Planning Voice is a UK-based professional company specialising in planning objections that helps individuals and communities object to planning applications. We write clear, policy-based objection letters—delivered fast, at a fixed fee, by experienced Chartered Town Planners.
Who we are
Based in Works Social, a coworking space in Nottingham’s Lace Market, our team of expert Chartered Town Planners adopts a strategic and flexible approach, ready to tackle cases nationwide.
With extensive experience as Chartered Town Planners, we deeply understand the planning process and the key arguments that sway planning decisions. Our years of service in planning departments have equipped us with a comprehensive understanding of the decision-making mechanisms crucial to your planning objection.
What we do
We prepare professional letters of objection to planning applications on your behalf. Whether you’re concerned about an overbearing extension next door or a large development in your neighbourhood, we translate your concerns into a structured, planning-led objection that local authorities take seriously.
Our Background
Our years of Council experience working within Planning Departments equip us with a deep understanding of local policies, regulations, and the decision-making frameworks that Councils use to assess applications. This enables us to anticipate potential challenges and tailor objections accordingly.
This background helps us craft arguments that resonate with council decision-makers, focusing on the most impactful issues such as material planning considerations and compliance with local plans. Overall, this experience allows us to approach planning objections with a strategic mindset, in line with how Councils work and reach decisions.
Additionally, our Council experience offers insight on how planning decisions are made, the weight given to different types of evidence, and how to address concerns raised by officers or councillors. This expertise is particularly beneficial for preparing robust planning objections and ensuring compliance with local development frameworks.
Our Network of Consultants
In addition to Chartered Town Planners, we have access to a wide range of specialists, including Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, and Ecologists.
Our Approach
We take pride in our high success rate of planning objections that result in refusals, changes to the plans or applications being withdrawn. See our results here. Our meticulous and detailed approach involves delivering powerful and persuasive objection letters that include a comprehensive site analysis, scrutiny of its planning history, and critical assessment of relevant planning policies and key issues linking back to the relevant planning policy issues. If possible, we will also look at relevant Case Law to develop the strongest case possible. This ensures your planning representation not only gets heard but actually influences the planning decision-making process.
At Planning Voice:
We know the planning system inside out—and we also know how frustrating it can be to navigate. Planning Voice gives you:
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Clear pricing with fixed costs
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Rapid turnaround (3 working days from payment)
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Letters written by experts, bespoke and written by experts
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National coverage, local knowledge
Most importantly, we take the time to understand your case properly. Every letter is individually researched and written, with reference to your council’s planning policies.
Why Choose Planning Voice?
We aim to simplify your life and give you the peace of mind you deserve.
Fill Out Our Form:
Provide us with your name, address, the site’s address, and the planning application reference number. Don’t forget to mention any specific issues or background information that we should be aware of.
Make the Payment:
Once you’ve paid the fee, our team will swing into action, applying their expertise to your case.
Wait for Your Letter:
Sit back and relax while we prepare your planning objection letter. You can expect to receive it within just 3 working days.
Send It Off:
Once you receive your planning objection letter, you’re ready to forward it to your Local Planning Authority and stop a planning application!
Our Credentials
We are proud to be Chartered members of the Royal Town Planning Institute, a leading Chartered Institute dedicated to maintaining professional standards and accrediting world-class planning courses, both nationally and internationally. As members, we uphold the highest professional standards and stay informed about the latest developments in planning.
Who Can We Assist?
We extend our expertise and services to a wide array of clients:
Local Residents:
We help individuals who are concerned about proposed developments impacting their properties or neighbourhood quality.
Community Groups:
We work with associations and collectives aiming to preserve the character and spirit of their local areas.
Countryside and Heritage Charities:
We help organisations dedicated to protecting our country’s natural and historical assets from inappropriate development.
Town and Parish Councils:
We help local government bodies seeking professional help to formulate reasoned planning objections.
