Case Studies

The examples below illustrate the type of work undertaken by Planware Ltd. Details have been generalised to respect client confidentiality.

Town centre restaurant reconfiguration

High street location - Development control

Planware Ltd advised a restaurant operator on the reconfiguration of a town centre unit to provide an updated internal layout, revised servicing arrangements and improved customer access.

Early site appraisal to identify planning risks and opportunities.
Pre-application discussions with the local planning authority.
Preparation and submission of a full planning application.
Coordination of highways and design inputs.

Permission was granted within the target determination period, enabling works to proceed in line with the client's programme.

Re-image of existing leisure site

Leisure park - Re-branding and advertisement consent

For a leisure operator undertaking a national re-image programme, Planware Ltd provided planning support for a key regional site, including new signage and external works.

Review of existing consents and planning history.
Advice on works falling within permitted development.
Preparation of applications for express advertisement consent.
Engagement with the local authority on design and amenity matters.

The agreed strategy allowed the client to deliver the re-image in full while maintaining a straightforward consent position.

Roadside drive-through expansion

Roadside site - National rollout support

Planware Ltd supported an estate-wide review of opportunities to add drive-through facilities to existing roadside sites.

Planning feasibility reviews across multiple locations.
Coordination of applications for priority sites.
Input to highways and layout discussions.
Ongoing monitoring and reporting to the client team.

The programme delivered a series of consents which the client was able to phase in line with their investment strategy.

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