Our Services
Comprehensive reports for planning permission success
Our Approach
Planning made easy
We take the stress out of the planning process by delivering high-quality, compliant reports and assessments for all types of planning applications.
Our expert team navigates the complexities of national and local planning policies, as well as any specific requirements from your planning authority, to maximise your chances of success.
With our comprehensive approach, we help you avoid the common blind spots that can cause delays and unexpected costs. Whether you need a single specialist report or a fully managed service, we're here to make the process seamless.
No matter the level of support you choose, we guarantee exceptional value, expert guidance, and a service that delivers far beyond our competitive prices.
Alternatively, if you just want some help in creating your own planning application and associated reports, then use our specialist AI tool, PlanPilot, which will guide you through everything you need.
Consent types
Planning solutions
Planning Applications
Whether you need householder planning consent, full planning consent or another type based on the specifics of a project, development or demolition, My Planning Reports can help.
With experience working across the UK and an in-depth knowledge of the planning system and the Planning Portal, we will ensure your application has everything in place before submission.
Get in touch today for a free appraisal to see what type of consent you will need and how we can help you achieve it.
Conservation Areas and National Parks
Alterations or changes to buildings within conservation areas or national parks may require additional information to be provided with the planning application.
My Planning Reports can establish exactly what is required depending on the development or project type, location and planning authority.
Not providing the required documents at application stage can lead to further costs and increased delays. Let us ensure you have everything you need to satisfy the requirements for your own unique application.
Listed Building Consent
Applications for listed building consent are highly likely to be required prior to undertaking work on a listed building (including alteration, extension or demolition), with limited exemptions.
These typically require a Design & Access Statement, Heritage Statement, and site and location plans. Additional reports or documents may be needed to help the local authority fully assess the proposal.
My Planning Reports can provide all the documents required to successfully obtain listed building consent, and can manage the application if required.
Lawful Development Certificates
A Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) is an official document issued by the local planning authority confirming that an existing or proposed development or use is lawful and does not require planning permission. It can provide certainty for homeowners and developers, protecting against future enforcement action.
Common usages include obtaining official confirmation that any proposed or completed works fall under permitted development.
For assistance in obtaining a Lawful Development Certificate, or if you're not sure whether you need or should get one, please get in touch with the team today.
Report types
Statements, assessments and oversight
Planning Statements
A Planning Statement is a key supporting document that explains how a development proposal complies with national and local planning policies. It outlines the details of the proposed scheme, justifies the need for the development, and demonstrates how it addresses relevant planning considerations — such as design, use and impact.
Planning Statements are commonly required when submitting a full or out line planning application, especially for:
New buildings or extensions
Changes of use
Developments in sensitive areas (e.g. conservation areas or near listed buildings)
Any application where policy justification or site context needs to be clearly explained
At My Planning Reports, we make the process simple. We provide clear, tailored Planning Statements that align your proposal with the right planning policies and guidance — helping you reduce risk, save time, and strengthen your application from the start. Depending on the application type and scale, Planning Statements may be combined with Design & Access Statements. We can advise you on the best approach as part of our consultation.
Design & Access Statements
A Design & Access Statement outlines the design principles and concepts that underpin a development proposal. It explains how the design responds to the site context, and how access for all users has been considered. Required for major developments, listed buildings, or proposals in designated areas (like conservation zones), the Design & Access Statement is a critical document for demonstrating good design and inclusive planning.
At My Planning Reports, we produce clear, policy-aligned Design & Access Statements that articulate your design rationale and accessibility strategy — helping you meet statutory requirements and support a successful planning outcome.
Sustainability Statements
A Sustainability Statement assesses how a proposed development addresses environmental, social, and economic sustainability. It may include energy efficiency, carbon impact, water use, materials, biodiversity, and more — depending on local planning policy requirements. Many councils require a Sustainability Statement for new residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.
My Planning Reports produces well-structured Sustainability Statements that align with local policy frameworks and sustainability best practice — giving your application the credibility it needs while showcasing your commitment to sustainable design.
Heritage Statements
A Heritage Statement or Heritage Impact Assessment considers the significance of any heritage assets affected by your proposal and explains how the development preserves or enhances their character. It is often required when working on or near listed buildings, conservation areas, or sites of historic interest.
At My Planning Reports, we provide expert Heritage Statements that clearly assess historic context, heritage significance, and the impact of your proposal —helping reduce the risk of objection and giving planning officers the clarity they need to support your application.
Circular Economy & Carbon Assessments
Circular Economy Statements and Whole Life Carbon Assessments evaluate how developments reduce resource use, avoid waste, and minimize carbon emissions over their lifetime — from construction to occupation and eventual reuse or demolition. These reports are increasingly required by local planning authorities, especially in London and other progressive policy areas.
My Planning Reports prepares concise, policy-compliant assessments that align with frameworks such as the London Plan, GLA guidance, and RICS standards —helping you demonstrate your project’s sustainability credentials and satisfy emerging policy expectations.
Application Management
Our Application Management service provides complete end-to-end support for your planning application. From initial appraisal to submission and follow-up, we manage the entire process on your behalf — saving you time, reducing stress, and ensuring your application is comprehensive and well-coordinated.
We begin by assessing your project’s planning needs and identifying all required reports and supporting documents. Where specialist input is needed (e.g. transport, ecology, flood risk), we coordinate with trusted third-party consultants on your behalf, ensuring timely delivery and consistency across the application. We also handle the submission itself, respond to local authority requests, and keep you informed at every stage.
PlanPilot
Your DIY Planning Assistant
PlanPilot - Your DIY Planning Assistant
PlanPilot is your smart AI co-pilot for navigating the UK planning system. Designed to support industry professionals and homeowners, it provides tailored guidance and planning insights based on each specific project type, location, and objectives. Whether you’re preparing an application for yourself or managing one on behalf of a client, PlanPilot helps you identify requirements, write compliant text, and understand relevant policies — all without the usual uncertainty.
From determining whether permission is needed, establishing the key requirements and producing draft text for reports and assessments alongside identifying applicable national and local policy, PlanPilot brings clarity, structure, and support to the entire process. It saves time, improves accuracy, and reduces the risk of delays, giving you the confidence to move from idea to application efficiently. My Planning Reports developed PlanPilot to make expert planning advice more accessible, responsive, and cost-effective.
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