Colin McAuley Planning
A sound knowledge of prevailing planning policy and legislation is the key to unlocking and maximising the potential of any development site in an urban or rural context.
Colin McAuley Planning is committed to providing sound, practical planning consultancy, urban and rural design advice to architects, developers, private landowners and farmers throughout Northern Ireland.
The following illustrates the broad range of professional services Colin McAuley Planning offers to existing and prospective clients:
Forms, Policy Documents Planning Applications Fully managed from conception to conclusion, planning applications for outline or full permission are enthusiastically prepared and presented, front-loading relevant supporting information in a manner which enhances the opportunity for success.
Colin McAuley Planning prides itself on its healthy working relationship with key stakeholders and consultees, which is often crucial to the expedient and successful progression of any planning application through the planning process.
Rural Dwellings Bespoke Rural Dwellings A full design service is available for bespoke rural dwellings, replacement dwellings and outbuilding conversions. Dwellings are specifically designed to meet the client's aspirations with an emphasis on form, function, and high quality rural design. Advice and guidance on appropriate site selection for farm dwellings, presentation of high quality rural design proposals, accompanying site analysis and planning policy consideration will avoid unnecessary delays during the application process.
Residential Development Residential Development Colin McAuley Planning provides a full architectural design service, engaging with its clients to deliver innovative and creative residential developments which complement their surroundings, meet the client's aspirations and appeal to changing market trends. With the ever increasing demands of the current housing market and constantly evolving planning policy, achieving high design quality through appropriate site analysis and presentation of conceptual information can significantly enhance the quality of the application, and ultimately its chance of success.
Rural Development Assessments Rural Development Assessments The most recent evolution of rural planning policy has broadened the scope of development opportunities in the countryside, not only for active farmers, but for other rural dwellers also to achieve planning permission for residential development. Colin McAuley Planning specialise in rural planning and can offer reliable advice on appropriate site selection for farm dwellings on existing holdings; identify infill sites and replacement dwellings, and distinguish outbuildings suitable for conversion.
Planning Appeals Planning Appeals Colin McAuley Planning draws upon a decade of experience in preparing planning appeals and acting as expert witness, offering dependable advice on when to engage in the appellate process and the likely planning outcomes. Often appeals can be avoided by negotiation and discussion with the Department, however where there may be disagreement over interpretation of a policy issue, Colin McAuley Planning can advise on the best planning strategy to adopt.
General Planning & Development Advice General Planning & Development Advice Other services available include: planning advice on development proposals, assistance with enforcement proceedings or appeals, design concept statements, planning policy reports, supporting statements, site appraisals, third party representations on current planning applications, and advice on likely planning outcomes having regard to prevailing local and regional planning policy