About Planning Application Services (PAS)

Planning Application Services (PAS) was created to help homeowners, landlords, developers and property owners understand what type of planning application, drawings or professional support they may need before submitting to the council.

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Planning can feel confusing from the outside. One project may need a full planning application, another may fall under permitted development, and another may need a lawful development certificate, listed building consent, prior approval or specialist reports.

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PAS exists to make that first step clearer.

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Built On Over 40 Years Of Property Experience

 

Behind Planning Application Services (PAS) is a team with over 40 years of experience in the architectural, planning consultancy and property sectors.

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Our background is practical and technical. We understand buildings, drawings, planning submissions, property constraints, council requirements and the questions that usually arise before an application is made.

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That experience helps us look at projects in a realistic way. Not every enquiry needs a full planning application, and not every project should rush straight into drawings. Sometimes the first step is simply understanding what route is likely to be needed.

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Architectural And Planning Knowledge

 

PAS is architecturally minded. That means we look at planning questions with an understanding of buildings, layouts, elevations, design, access, neighbouring properties and how councils are likely to assess a proposal.

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Our experience includes support for projects such as:

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• House extensions

• Loft conversions

• New build houses

• Replacement dwellings

• Change of use applications

• HMOs

• Airbnb and short-let planning issues

• Garages, carports and outbuildings

• Windows, doors and external alterations

• Solar panels

• Driveways, gates, fences and drop kerbs

• Tree works

• Retrospective planning applications

• Listed buildings and conservation areas

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Some projects are straightforward. Others need careful thought before any application is submitted.

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London-Based Experience, Wider Support

 

Much of our experience comes from London and the surrounding areas, where planning issues can be especially detailed. Conservation areas, listed buildings, Article 4 Directions, tight urban sites, neighbour impact, parking and design sensitivity are all common planning considerations.

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PAS can also support projects outside London, including wider residential and property projects across the UK where appropriate.

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The aim is always the same: to help you understand what the council is likely to need, what documents may be required, and what the sensible next step should be.

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Helping You Choose The Right Planning Route

 

One of the most common problems with planning is knowing where to start.

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You may need:

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• A full planning application

• A householder planning application

• A lawful development certificate

• Prior approval

• Listed building consent

• Conservation area consent

• A change of use application

• A retrospective planning application

• Pre-application advice

• Planning consultancy before deciding what to do

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PAS helps you move from uncertainty to a clearer route forward.

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Drawings, Documents And Supporting Information

 

Many planning applications need more than a form. Depending on the project, the council may ask for existing and proposed drawings, block plans, site location plans, design statements, heritage statements, tree reports, flood information, ecology surveys, photographs or other supporting documents.

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PAS can help identify what may be needed and arrange planning drawings or professional input where required.

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The goal is not to overcomplicate the process. The goal is to submit the right information for the right type of application.

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Straightforward, Practical Support

 

PAS is designed to be clear, useful and practical.

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We do not believe homeowners should have to understand every planning term before asking for help. You can simply tell us what you are trying to do, where the property is, and what stage you are at.

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From there, we can help identify whether you may need planning drawings, consultancy, a planning application, a certificate, specialist advice or further review.

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Why PAS Exists

 

Planning rules can be difficult to interpret, especially when every property is different.

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A rear extension, loft conversion, new build house, replacement window or garden building can all be affected by location, previous alterations, permitted development rights, conservation areas, listed status, local policy and council requirements.

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Planning Application Services (PAS) brings architectural and planning experience together in one place, so visitors can get clearer guidance before making decisions.

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Tell Us What You Need

 

Whether you are at the early idea stage, preparing to submit an application, dealing with a planning issue, or trying to understand what the council is asking for, PAS can help point you in the right direction.

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Tell us what you need, and we will help you understand the next step.