Planning Consultancy
Crafting Tomorrow's Landscapes Today With Expert Planning Solutions
Entrust your land use endeavors to our adept team, offering expert and specialised guidance across a range of planning matters. We address diverse topics such as change of use, permitted development, strategic and commercial development, along with seeking the allocation of land through Local Plans and appealing planning decisions. Our comprehensive approach ensures thorough assistance tailored to the specific intricacies of your situation.
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Jane Scott
Planning Consultant
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Maria Champion
Planning Advisor
Jane Scott
Planning Consultant
Jane became a valued member of Finn's in 2018, contributing her expertise as a Planning Consultant. With an impressive background spanning nearly 30 years in both town and rural planning, Jane has accrued extensive experience in both the Public and Private sectors. Operating from the Sandwich and St Nicholas-at-Wade Offices, she seamlessly blends her wealth of knowledge with a commitment to exceptional service.
Maria Champion
Planning Advisor
Maria became an integral part of Finn’s in March 2022, stepping into the role of Planning Assistant. Her previous experience in residential and commercial property lettings, coupled with a solid financial and administrative background, has proven invaluable in her new capacity. Maria works closely with Jane Scott, engaging with clients on planning applications for a spectrum of developments including residential, commercial, and agricultural projects.
In addition to her planning responsibilities, Maria extends her support to Julian Sampson, assisting with administrative requirements for the rural surveying team. Based in our St Nicholas-at-Wade offices, Maria's versatile skill set and collaborative approach contribute to the seamless operation of planning and surveying activities at Finn’s.
Planning FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
From understanding the nuances of the market to decoding legal jargon, Finn's Property FAQs is your trusted resource for all things real estate. Let's embark on this journey together, ensuring that you are well-equipped with the knowledge needed to make informed and confident choices in the realm of property ownership.
How long after receipt of refusal can I appeal?
This varies between 12 weeks and six months depending on the type of application.
How long after being served with an enforcement notice can I appeal?
Prior to the effective date deadline of enforcement notice.
I want to erect a new agricultural building. Can I do this under permitted development rights?
It is likely that you can apply under a 56 day Prior Approval, subject to size and height.
I have some land available next to a settlement. How get I obtain permission to build houses on the land?
Firstly we will be happy to come and look at the land and advise with a site appraisal whether it’s in a location where development may be supported. If it is, we can either promote the land for allocation for residential development through the next Local Plan or seek the Council’s informal opinion through pre-application advice before applying for planning consent.
I have received a refusal of planning permission. Can I appeal the decision, and will I be successful?
We will be pleased to look at the reasons you received a refusal and advise on the possibility of success at appeal.
I have been informed by application is going to Planning Committee, can you speak on my behalf?
Yes of course, we would be happy to discuss your proposals with you and represent you at the Committee Meeting.
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