Shaping places. Unlocking potential.

Proactive problem solving for all your planning and development needs.

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ECE Planning is a Chartered Town Planning practice providing professional guidance, advice, and delivery of projects that maximise development potential.

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Our Services

Combining expert insight with a people-first approach, we help you tackle legislative challenges, adapt to new regulations and achieve your brief, without the stress.

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An early understanding of the risks and opportunities of the planning system is key to any successful project. Combining ECE Planning’s key skills in planning, architecture and urban design, our appraisals seek to identify practical and innovative solutions that bring out the optimal approach for any site.

Going to appeal is never anyone’s first choice, but ECE Planning makes the process clear and manageable. Our team prepare robust written representations and present compelling arguments at Hearings and Inquiries, drawing on our experience to give every appeal the best chance of success.

Establishing viability at an early stage is essential to any successful development. ECE Planning offers strategic advice on deliverability, identifying constraints and opportunities to shape a proposal that is achievable, adds value, and stands up to scrutiny.

Site promotion during Local and Neighbourhood Plan preparation can be a critical opportunity to enhance the potential of a site. Utilising their extensive experience, our expert consultants are here to help promote your interests and achieve optimal results.

Effective engagement with communities and decision makers is an essential part of ECE Planning’s approach. Our extensive experience in organising public consultation events, both online and in person, speaks to our dedication to making your planning journey as smooth as possible.

With architectural services delivered in-house by our sister company, ECE Architecture, we offer joined-up thinking from the earliest stages. This close partnership brings planning and design into seamless dialogue, helping to shape places with purpose, character, and clarity.

Our team of experts will provide a professional and personal service that guides you and your project through the complexities of the Planning System, from project inception through to determination and completion.

Your planning partner.

 

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Deep Sector Expertise

With a proven track record across a wide range of sectors, we bring extensive experience and sector-specific insight to every project. Our tailored approach helps clients overcome challenges, unlock opportunities, and deliver successful planning outcomes across a broad range of development contexts.

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Ideas. Inspiration. Insights.

Explore our latest thinking, project updates, and industry insights. From planning policy changes to team achievements, our insights highlight how we tackle challenges and shape the wider planning conversation with clarity, purpose, and expertise.

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Our People

The ECE Planning team is the cornerstone of our success. We are a highly skilled, dedicated team delivering strategic, innovative planning solutions. With a proven track record, we guide complex developments with professionalism, pragmatism, and integrity to achieve outstanding results for our clients.

Meet the team

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