Planning Services
at Goadsby
Goadsby’s Planning team provides specialist advice and support for a wide range of planning applications, appeals, and strategic land promotions. With a proven track record of success, we work closely with landowners, developers, and local authorities to deliver tailored planning solutions that maximise land and property potential.
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Comprehensive Planning Services
Our experienced team offers expertise across all aspects of the planning process, including:

Planning Applications and Appeals
Preparing, submitting, and managing applications and appeals to achieve approval

Development Plan Representations
Ensuring land and property interests are represented in local development plans

Strategic Promotion and Land Assessments
Identifying and promoting land for development opportunities

Section 106 Negotiations
Securing fair and viable agreements with local authorities

Affordable Housing Viability Assessments
Delivering expert evaluations to optimise project feasibility

Applications for Lawful Use and Development
Supporting claims for existing use or proposed development

Conservation and Listed Buildings
Advising on planning for heritage properties

Prior Approval Notifications
Managing change-of-use applications and permitted development rights

Sequential Testing
Assessing and justifying site suitability for development
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Holdenhurst Road,
Bournemouth
Mixed use, including build-to-rent apartments, central Bournemouth
Planning permission has been obtained for a 22-storey high mixed use development comprising shops, offices and 319 build-to-rent apartments. The key issues comprised:
  • Office and affordable housing viability
  • Car parking and cycle storage
  • Internal space standards and residential amenity
  • Impact on heritage assets
  • Off-site highway and public realm contributions
Bournemouth Road,
Parkstone
Planning permission for 10 new flats to be built to the rear of, and on top of, an existing block of 16 apartments. Here, the main considerations were:
  • Impact on the character of the area
  • Highway safety and car parking
  • Waste management
  • Impact on protected trees
  • Biodiversity
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Why Choose Goadsby?
Proven Expertise
Decades of experience in navigating complex planning processes

Comprehensive Support
From site promotion to post-approval processes, we handle every stage

Tailored Strategies
Bespoke planning solutions designed to meet client objectives

Integrated Approach
Collaboration with in-house specialists in land, property, and investment to maximise opportunities
Let Goadsby Simplify Your Planning Journey
Whether you’re promoting a site, submitting a planning application, or negotiating conditions, our Planning team is here to guide you. Contact us today to explore how we can unlock the potential of your land or property.
Our Planning Office
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Peter Atfield
B.TP MRTPI MTCPA FRGS FRSA
Director
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99 Holdenhurst Road Bournemouth Dorset BH8 8DY
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