Find renovation architects & builders for Planning Applications

Trusted and qualified local renovation architects to help individuals or businesses looking to get work underway on a renovation project on an existing building. We’ll put you in touch with local architects and builders best suited to your requirements so that you can discuss your project.

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We are here to help

Fixed cost quotes

Fixed cost quotes

No hidden charges

No hidden charges

Up front advice

Up front advice

Proven record

Proven record

We’re here to help you find architects with the skills you need

With a range of architects, architectural design experts, and architectural technologists across the UK, you can have full confidence we’ll help you find the skills you need at a competitive price.

Get plans and blueprints for your projects, whether it’s a new build, restoration or renovation of an existing building. From family homes, apartments, retail, commercial, hotels, offices, you can get advice on the development possibilities, both interior and exterior.

Who we have worked with
  • New Builds
  • Extensions
  • Loft Conversions
  • Barn Conversions
  • Commercial Projects
  • Home Improvements
  • Patios/terraces
  • Interior architecture & design
  • Restorations
  • Other

Types of properties our experts work on

Private properties

From large to small projects, we will provide you with an architect, architectural technician or surveyor to provide you with the design inspiration you are seeking.

Commercial properties

For larger commercial projects, we will put you in touch with a registered architect who can take your design ideas and translate them into a practical project.

Local authority properties

Available skills are not just limited to domestic or commercial properties but can also include projects with local authorities, providing innovative ideas across multiple council settings.

What is a planning application?

In most cases, constructing new buildings, making adaptations, or adding extensions to an existing structure requires planning permission. To obtain this permission, you must submit a proper planning application to your Local Planning Authority, who’ll then assess the submitted designs to determine whether or not your presented project is acceptable.

The role of Local Planning Authorities is to control and monitor the quality of new building and development projects by assessing your submitted application against a set of planning policies and criteria to eventually approve or reject the scheme. 

This system prevents people from constructing buildings or using pieces of land with no regard for how it can affect the people who live and work in the area.

 

Do all building and development projects require planning applications?

No. Even though all commercial projects and most residential projects require planning approval, you can do some smaller-scale works to your home without submitting a full planning application as long as you adhere to specific criteria.

This is done under Permitted Development Rights, but keep in mind that not all houses are supported by these rights. If you’re not sure that your project requires a planning application, contact one of our architects or architectural consultants for help.

 

How we can help you with planning applications

The trusted architects we introduce you to can take care of the following tasks to help with your planning applications:

  • Prepare all the necessary documents for obtaining planning permission
  • Check the local authority guidelines to help get your project approved
  • Apply for the planning permission on your behalf if you want them to 
  • Select builders and contractors once your project gets approval 
  • In case your approval was denied, your architect can review the architectural design plans and make the needed adjustments for them to be approved. 

Testimonials

“We required a complete refit of our office environment but didn’t know where to begin. UK Architects were invaluable in providing the inspiration and ideas, and always consulting with us along the way, to provide us with an office space fit for the modern work that provides that wow factor.”

Dave Beggs,
Office Manager, Liverpool

“What a professional service and made the whole process of getting planning permission largely painless. Plans were drawn up with consultation with us in quick time, and request changes done speedily without issue. We were able to get the planning permission we needed from the local authority for our extension.”

Brian Davies,
Cheshire

“We were very fortunate to have a top designer who used his expertise to produce some exceptional drawings, which enabled us to firm up our ideas for what we really wanted for our new build. The end result was an amazing design that was both aesthetically pleasing but also made full use of minimal space.”

Jenny Morris, Ellesmere Port

“As a wannabe landlord, I was amazed to discover how my property could be extended and converted to separate flat units to provide me with significant rental income. Without the assistance of Uk Architects I wouldn’t have realised what really was possible. Couldn’t recommend highly enough.”

Martin Davies,
Landlord, Chester