Planning Applications & Appeals

Davies & Co. provides advice on local and national planning policies, and offers guidance on compliance regulations in order to secure planning permission.

Our knowledge of agricultural and rural matters helps our clients achieve their objectives, whether the project be leisure, commercial, residential or agricultural dwellings or live/work units; the key being to maximise the potential of your site and increase revenue streams.

As sponsors of National Farm Attractions Network, Davies & Co. has many years of experience in providing specialist planning advice in leisure and tourism attractions.

Areas of expertise and services extend to:

Pre-application feasibility studies
Change of use of farm buildings to residential (permitted development Class Q)
Change of use of land or farm buildings for diversification projects, equestrian, leisure and tourism, commercial (B1, B2 and B8), etc.
New or replacement farm buildings
Certificates of Lawfulness
Preparation of planning, design and access statement
Negotiation with local planning authorities
Countryside dwellings appraisals
Renewable energy
Enforcement notice appeals
Advising on business rates and appeals
Co-ordination of specialist surveys e.g. highways, architects, environmental and ecology

TESTIMONIALS

“Barry has helped us tremendously, in supporting us through the complex issues of applying for planning permission for our farm park. It was an exceptionally challenging case with many complicated issues. His expertise and professionalism was exemplary and was instrumental in ensuring the final outcome was successful. I would thoroughly recommend Barry Davies to any farm park, rural attraction or farm shop who needs planning advice”
Mike Attwell –Attwell Farm Park, Seafield Lane, Redditch, Worcestershire

“Davies and Co. have a great deal of experience in farm parks. They know what the planners like, and thanks to them, we secured planning permission for the farm and a residential dwelling on-site.”
Ben Barraclough –Mini Meadows Farm, Welford, Northants

“I have worked on several projects with Davies & Co and it is always a pleasure. Requirements are communicated in a clear and concise manner, which enables us to report accurately and include all relevant information. Barry Davies has an amazing knowledge of local authority regulations, especially with regard to property & planning. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services. ”
Phil Sharlot

“Barry Davies helped me gain permitted development on an agricultural barn. His personal expertise and knowledge, combined with his incredible attention to detail, ensured our success. I cannot thank him enough.”
Lucy Clive – Church Farm, Stadhampton, Oxfordshire

“When we took over Marsh Farm, there was no Commercial Leisure Planning Permission in place. Davies & Co. secured us a D2 Certificate of Lawfulness, which ultimately meant we could stay in business.”
James Sinclair –Marsh Farm Visitor Attraction, Essex

“Davies & Co. are very conscientious, and you know they will get the job done right. They helped us secure planning permission for development at our farm. Barry was very thorough, and I don’t think anybody else could have done it. ”
Brian Evans – Isombridge, Shropshire

“Davies & Co. have helped us on several occasions with planning matters. We have been successful in obtaining planning permission for our indoor play area with their help and expertise.”
Matthew Heast – Mead Open Farm, Bedfordshire

“When we were served with an Enforcement Notice from Newport City Council, Davies & Co negotiated with the council, co-ordinated with all necessary consultants, and secured planning permission for both our Rural Education Visitor Centre and our on-site residential dwelling.”
Rhys Edwards – Cefn Mably Farm Park

“The complete package, appraisal, planning and full management of my redundant farm buildings and quality advice on all aspects of rural businesses today.”
Andrew Martin – New House Farm, Alton, Hampshire

“Having been refused planning permission previously, I instructed Davies and Co., who provided expert advice to ensure that I was successful in obtaining planning permission.”
Mr P Walters

“Barry has supported me on a number of dilemmas over the years! This support has been invaluable. I particularly respect his dedication and enthusiasm for the visitor attraction industry.”
Tim Rollings – Fishers Adventure Farm Park, Horsham, West Sussex

“Barry is very thorough and doesn’t like to miss anything. He pretty much knows how planners are going to think before they even start. Barry is the best person to have on board. He has a vast experience and expertise in this field, which was vital to what we were trying to achieve.”
Marco Calzini – Adventure Valluey, Durham

“Barry Davies helped us to secure planning permission for the campsite and 5-year temporary planning permission for the countryside residence. He guided us through the whole process and I was very impressed with what he did for us. He was very good at dealing with the council and also ourselves. What Barry said needed to be done was absolutely right and thanks to him, we got the result we wanted.”
Brendon Marshall – Midshires Barn Campsite, East Leake, Leicestershire