LB Planning

    Planning Consultancy Services for Landowners, Homeowners & Businesses

    An independent planning consultancy helping you navigate the planning process with confidence, from feasibility through to delivery.

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    LB Planning

    A positive, pragmatic, and solutions-driven Planning Consultancy for homeowners, landowners, small businesses and developers. LB Planning believes in working closely with clients to truly understand their objectives, and develop strategies that resolve complex planning matters.

    Lizzie Beresford

    Lizzie Beresford

    Chartered Town Planner
    BA(Hons), MPlan, MRTPI, CIH

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    Tailored, Client-Focussed
    Planning Support

    Whether you are a homeowner, landowner, developer, or business, LB Planning's goal is to guide you confidently through the planning process and help you achieve the best possible outcome.

    Planning consultancy

    Whether you're at the very start of your project, midway through, or facing a problem that needs solving - LB Planning can step in at any stage. From feasibility and strategy through to securing planning permission, handling enforcement issues, and managing appeals, LB Planning provides end-to-end support tailored to your needs.

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    Development planning

    Expert Planning
    Solutions

    Tailored, client-focussed planning support to guide you through every stage of the planning process.

    Assessing the planning potential and viability of a site before you commit. LB Planning provides clear, honest advice on what's achievable - helping you make informed decisions from the outset.

    • Site appraisals and constraints analysis
    • Policy review and feasibility assessments
    • Development viability guidance
    • Advice on planning risk and site potential
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    Clients We Serve

    We work with homeowners, landowners, small businesses and developers across England. Our focus is on delivering a personal, supportive service.

    Homeowners

    From extensions and self-builds to change of use, we help homeowners navigate the planning process with clarity and confidence.

    Landowners

    Whether you own agricultural land, brownfield sites, or residential plots, we help unlock your land's potential through expert planning guidance.

    Small Businesses

    From commercial developments to change of use applications, we support small businesses with tailored planning advice at every stage.

    Developers

    We work with developers to secure planning permission efficiently, providing strategic advice and full application support.

    Types of Projects We Support

    Farm DiversificationSelf-BuildsHoliday Lets & LeisureCommercial ProjectsChange of UseResidential Extensions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    We handle a wide range of planning applications including residential, commercial, change of use, agricultural, and more. Whether it's a small extension or a larger development, we can help guide you through the process.

    Yes, we offer an initial consultation to understand your project and advise on the best route forward. This helps us assess feasibility and provide you with clear guidance before you commit to a full application.

    We work across the whole of England, with a particularly strong presence in the Midlands. Regardless of your location, LB Planning can provide expert planning consultancy tailored to your local planning authority's requirements.

    If your application is refused, we can support you through the appeals process. With expert knowledge of planning regulations, we work to build a strong case for appeal and improve your chances of a successful outcome.

    The timeline varies depending on the type and complexity of your application. A standard application typically takes 8-13 weeks for a decision, but we'll provide a clear timeline and keep you informed at every stage.

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