Planning Insight Reviews

Dereje Hailemariam 2025.11.16

     

Planning Insight made the impossible happen. I had a commercial-to-residential conversion refused twice by Doncaster Council. The second application was handled by a well-known, award-winning firm — but on the third attempt, they advised me to go for full planning permission, even though the scheme clearly qualified under Permitted Development. That’s when I left them and reached out to Planning Insight. Peter took a smarter, more proactive approach. He understood the policy, kept me updated, chased the council, and ultimately won the appeal under Permitted Development. If you want someone who knows planning inside out, listens, and delivers — Peter is the one to call.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2026.03.06

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted Peter was able to help you navigate the process successfully. Your kind words mean a lot, and we're thrilled the outcome met your expectations.

Lore DuT 2025.10.20

     

We are a small charity with limited resources but complicated challenges re planning. Planning Insight made the process so much easier and were quick and efficient in dealing with any issues. We hugely appreciate their help in getting the necessary approvals, and would not hesitate to recommend them.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2026.03.06

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to have been able to assist your charity with the planning process and make it smoother. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Luca Bertali E9 2025.09.29

     

Planning Insight have been exceptional in all matters with our successful change of use application. This was a tricky project and they dealt with each issue with patience and professionalism to get it over the line. Special Thanks to ALEX !! Amazing work.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2026.03.06

Thank you for your kind words! Glad that Alex and the team provided such professional support during your challenging project.

maya Joey 2025.09.26

     

I am very happy with their service . They are so professional and quick response for everything. It’s the best planning agency I had so far and I got my planning permission within 1 month. I am so pleased and highly recommended to everyone. Well done! Kind regards H Chen

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Reply from Planning Insight 2026.03.06

Thank you so much for your kind words! Pleased you had a great experience and that we could assist with your planning permission so efficiently. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

open Mike 2025.06.11

     

Alex was very helpful and successful overturned Camden council enforcement notice

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Reply from Planning Insight 2026.03.06

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad Alex could assist you effectively with the enforcement notice.

GIFTED STUDIO 2025.05.13

     

I had a difficult project that was refused by Harrow Council Planning Department. So I sought a good Planning Consultant for advice and to submit a Planning Appeal. After a high recommendation was given for Planning Insight- I worked directly with ‘Alex Richards’. From the outset, he had a ‘can-do attitude’ and that gave me further assurance that Planning Insight were the best fit for my client’s project. Alex and his team put the appeal together very quickly and supported it with a great statement of case. And the rest is history. We quickly won at appeal and my client was very happy. If you are an architect like me, I highly recommend working with Planning Insight for your projects. I have since gone on to work on another project with them (and will do so for other future projects). If you are a client (homeowner, developer etc) and need a great planning consultant- don’t hesitate to contact Planning Insight. Nichole

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Reply from Planning Insight 2026.03.06

Thank you, Nichole, for sharing your experience and kind words about Alex and the team. We're thrilled to have supported your project successfully and to continue working with you on future endeavors! Your recommendation means a lot.

Joshua Allen 2025.02.10

     

Planning Insight continue to impress with outstanding attention to detail, expert knowledge, and considered and thorough applications. They have helped secure positive planning outcomes that we simply wouldn't have achieved with other planners.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2025.02.11

Thank you Joshua, very kind words!

Kellan Elkins 2025.01.22

     

I worked with Alex from Planning Insight on a tricky planning application. His advice was perfect and got a good result for me and my client

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Reply from Planning Insight 2025.01.22

Thank you Kellan. Alex has enjoyed working with you and glad we helped secure a positive result.

Projects PRarchitecture 2025.01.21

     

We have had an excellent experience with Planning Insight. Billy Whitehead has been very attentive and professional, we have now worked on a number of projects together and look forward to continuing working with each other in the future.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2025.01.22

Thank you PR Architecture. Billy and the team have enjoyed working with you on various projects and looking forward to many more together.

Dick Millard 2025.01.09

     

Alex Richards has been really helpful shepherding us through the planning system. We are a small mental health charity, setting up a bakery and training kitchen to provide therapeutic activity and training for people with mental health support needs. So we know about cooking and we know about mental health. But we know NOTHING about planning and it was great to have Alex's support. Dick MIllard Trustee, The Recovery Tree Charity

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Reply from Planning Insight 2025.01.21

Thank you Dick. It has been a pleasure supporting The Recovery Tree Charity in this important project.

Nicholas Wallwork 2024.11.29

     

Peter, Billy and the team come highly recommend! Excellent advice, great to have them part of the team on a number of deals so far. 100% success rate, can't argue with that!

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.12.16

Thank you Nick! Pleasure working with you

Naomi O'Loughlin 2024.09.06

     

We're heritage consultants and architects who have worked on numerous successful projects with Alex and Peter across the London Boroughs. We're always blown away by the level of professionalism and specialist knowledge and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. Thanks from Hamilton Grey Heritage!

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.12.16

Thanks Naomi. We love working with Hamilton Grey

Y S 2024.09.03

     

Excellent service from Peter and his team. Fast, efficient and pleasant to deal with.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.09.04

Thank you, Y S! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Peter and his team. Your kind words mean a lot to us!

kelly jones 2024.08.21

     

5 Stars from the T Jones and son team, great service always, have achieved exactly what has ben asked of them. Will be using planning Insight for all our other project/works. Great work!

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.09.04

Thank you, T Jones and son! We're thrilled to hear that you and your team are happy with our service. We look forward to working with you again.

Michelle Goldstein 2024.08.20

     

I have worked with Peter and other members of Planning Insight for a long time. Peter helped me obtain planning permission on HMO's and has also help on a number of other projects plus some that are currently on-going. He has always been helpful and informative and a great go to when planning applications become stressful. I would recommend Planning Insight across the board on any planning projects and problems that you have.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2025.01.22

Thank you Michelle. Always a pleasure working on your projects and we hope to continue working together in the future.

Graham Ford 2024.08.15

     

I worked with Peter and his team on a complex planning application in London. They are easy to work with, knowledgeable and provided excellent advice to the team. I would thoroughly recommend Planning Insight to clients, developers and architects.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.08.16

Thank you, Graham! We're thrilled to hear that the team provided excellent advice and made the process smooth for you. Your recommendation means a lot to us.

Alex Harrington-Griffin 2024.08.15

     

Ive worked Peter and Planning Insight on a number of occasions, probably 30+ hours, through our Developers Boardroom events, and they have always been professional, highly knowledgeable, personable and genuine. I have alot of time for Peter and his extensive research and reports in the planning world.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.08.16

Thank you, Alex! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experiences with Peter and Planning Insight. Your feedback on our professionalism and expertise means a lot.

Lorraine 2024.08.15

     

We have used Planning Insight for many years and find them incredibly helpful and professional. The team has assisted with a number of planning projects on our managed properties and are our preferred planning consultant. Excellent service always.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.08.16

Thank you, Lorraine! We're thrilled to be your preferred planning consultant and look forward to assisting with more projects in the future.

JIMMY KEBE 2024.08.15

     

Peter has been absolutely outstanding. He blends professionalism with genuine care, making the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. Peter has supported me every step of the way on multiple projects, promptly addressing any concerns with a consistently friendly attitude. I can't praise Planning Insight, and Peter in particular, enough for their exceptional service.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.08.16

Thank you, Jimmy. We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Peter. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’re delighted that our service was smooth and stress-free for your projects.

Owain Williams 2024.08.14

     

We had an excellent experience with Peter and Phil, who assisted us in developing proposals for an industrial site that required a change of use for our Client's proposals to construct a home. Their friendly professionalism was a welcome contribution to our project team.

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Reply from Planning Insight 2024.08.15

Thank you, Owain! We're delighted to hear that Peter and Phil's friendly professionalism made a positive impact on your project. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words.