Professional Planning Advice
I provide freelance planning services to Local Planning Authorities, Planning Consultancies, Landowners, Developers and Householders.
I am based in Coventry but can provide planning help throughout England.
Coventry Based Planning Consultant
I provide solutions for a range of planning needs, including specialising in:
- New and replacement dwellings
- Change of use
- Listed buildings and conservation areas
- Certificates of lawful development
- Permitted Development Rights
- Class Q conversions
- Agricultural and equestrian buildings
- Appeals
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Planning Permission
For the preparation of planning applications I can:
Permitted Development
Do you need planning permission for your proposed building works?
I provide advice on whether your proposals require planning permission or whether you could build under ‘Permitted Development’.
If your works can be completed under ‘Permited Development’, working alongside local architects, we can provide all your plans for you and submit your application for a certificate of lawful development, or application for prior approval to the Council.
Appeals
Have you been refused Planning Permission? Received an Enforcement Notice or letter from the Council?
I can advise on a strategy in how to deal with the issue.
I can also prepare a Statement of Case for any appeal you wish to make.
Heritage Assets
The protection of heritage assets, such as listed buildings, conservation areas and scheduled ancient monuments and their setting, is an important part of the planning system. I can assist you with:
- Heritage Impact Assessments
- Statements of Heritage Significance
- Conservation Management Plans
For Landowners and Householders
I provide a range of solutions for a range of planning needs, including specialising in:
- Individual and replacement dwellings
- Change of use
- Listed buildings and conservation areas
- Certificates of lawful development and use
- Permitted Development Rights (Class Q changes of use)
- Agricultural and equestrian buildings
For Local Authorities
I provide an interim solution to clearing a backlog of planning applications.
Land Promotion
Do you have land which you wish to promote for development?
I have experience in advising on promoting sites for development through the Local Development plan process.
About Me
“I am a chartered town planner with a BA in History and Theory of Art from University of Kent at Canterbury and an MSc in Spatial Planning from Oxford Brookes University. I have spent the past 15 years working in Development Management for local authorities in the Midlands and private consultancies.”
Michelle Hill BA (Hons) MSc MRTPI
Director of Simple Planning Solutions Ltd
Why Choose Me
As a leading planning consultant based in Coventry, Simple Planning Solutions Ltd offers independent, low-cost planning advice to Local Planning Authorities, Planning Consultancies, Landowners, Developers and Householders.
Planning Expert
15 years experience in local authority planning and enforcement.
RTPI Accreditation
As a Member of the RTPI, Michelle offers the gold standard of planning.
Local Expertise
Expert knowledge of the Coventry, Warwickshire and West Midlands area.
Peace of Mind
Before spending money on expensive architectural drawings, it makes sense to contact us for professional planning advice.
New Developments
Simple Planning Solutions has experience in promoting sites for development through the local development plan process.
Rural Projects
I have specialist knowledge in rural planning solutions. Using my experience I can secure planning permission to make your dream project a reality.
Accreditations
Michelle Hill is a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. She offers independent, affordable planning advice to householders, landowners and planning consultancies as well as offering interim planning solutions for local authorities. With in depth knowledge of Coventry and surrounding areas.
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