Planning Permission Projects

Planning permission projects

This archive brings together selected AC Design Solution projects where planning permission formed part of the service delivered. These projects show how design proposals can be developed, drawn and coordinated for submission to the local planning authority.

Planning permission may be required for extensions, roof alterations, basement works, changes to the front elevation, flats, commercial works, change of use proposals or projects in more sensitive planning settings. Each project needs to respond to the property, neighbouring buildings, planning policy and the character of the surrounding area.

For clients looking for the service itself, see our main planning permission service page. This archive shows selected projects where planning permission support formed part of the wider design and approval process.

Planning drawings and design development

Planning permission projects usually start with understanding the existing property, the client brief and the local planning context. The drawings need to explain the proposal clearly, including the existing and proposed layout, elevations, roof form, scale, materials and relationship with neighbouring properties.

Our architectural services support clients through early design, planning drawings, design development and coordination with other consultants where needed.

Where a clear drawing package is required, our house extension drawings service can support planning applications, permitted development checks and residential design development.

Extensions, technical design and construction coordination

Many planning permission projects involve residential extensions, including rear extensions, side extensions, wraparound extensions, roof extensions and internal layout changes. The design needs to balance additional space with daylight, privacy, scale, neighbouring impact and planning policy.

Where a project involves ground-floor extension work, our single storey extension service explains how rear and side extension proposals can be developed through the design and planning process.

Once planning is resolved, many projects then move into technical design. Our building regulation drawings help develop the information needed for Building Control, construction detailing and site coordination.

Where structural changes are involved, our structural drawings and calculations service supports the technical design of openings, steel beams, altered walls and wider structural works.

Where works affect a shared wall, boundary, excavation zone or neighbouring structure, our party wall surveying support can help clients understand notices, procedures and neighbour-related issues before construction begins.