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What Our Clients Say
At Town & Country Planning Advisors Ltd, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional planning advice and services tailored to each client’s needs. Don’t just take our word for it—hear from the homeowners, developers, and businesses we’ve helped navigate the planning system with confidence and success
“Extensive professional knowledge, good communicator, polite and friendly active team member. Excellent IT knowledge, responsive and helpful to customer requests.”
- Mr Phillip Rowson
“Absolutely brilliant service. Gave me lots of great advice, did all the paperwork, kept in close touch with council which ensured the planning permission came through in good time and all for a really good price (a fraction of what I was quoted elsewhere!). Couldn't be happier and would thoroughly recommend to anyone needing planning permission.”
- Ms Sally Hayward
"For eleven months I tried to make a planning application for work on my house, spending all my spare time on it, including much work which I subsequently found was not required. It was rejected by the Planning Department. I then contracted James from Alpha. He visited the site and produced superb 3D style drawings and a simplified application. A few weeks later I have received approval. The fee was very reasonable. I wish I had used him from the start."
- Mr David Gibson
"James prepared and put in a application for change of use in my shop, the application went through and got passed thanks to James and he was always available to chat during the process and as he is now after the application. I think he is good at his job and very fair when it comes to pricing. So all in all I would recommend and wish James all the best in the future."
- Mr Zafar Hussain
"I needed advice as I was worried about the planning status of an internal wall which had been removed during renovation work. James was incredibly helpful, and was able to reassure me that the builder had complied with planning regulations. I found the service from the company to be first class. James explained things very clearly, and gave guidance which was very valuable as I am considering selling my house."
- Mr Mike Lynham
"James was very professional and full of knowledge. We felt like he had all the time in the world to talk to us about our house development and he offered great advice and feedback! We would highly recommend!"
- Mrs Meg Selby
"James is absolutely brilliant - Very helpful -Very knowledgeable and really know his stuff - Spent a lot of time helping me with my appeal. Thank you so much for guiding me and helping me to understand this big learning curve."
"Absolutely brilliant service. Gave me lots of great advice.... did all the paperwork... kept in close touch with council which ensured the planning permission came through in good time. And all for a really good price (a fraction of what I was quoted elsewhere!)" Couldn't be happier and would thoroughly recommend to anyone needing planning permission."
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"James was very professional and turned my thoughts into a successful planning application. James new all the possible scenarios and potential pit falls that can go wrong. Would definitely use his services again. Highly recommended."
- Mr Tim Guy
"I am very pleased with the services offered by James Banks. He explained that for my requirements, a Town Planner is best suited to my application for Planning Permission. James has simplified the whole process for me, and saved me a lot of work. Excellent service. I would not hesitate to recommend this company."
- Ms Helen Cronin
“James worked for Cenin on complex Planning Applications and demonstrated his ability to deliver outcomes in a timely manner. He had to manage his own workflow which he carried out effectively and always contributed to a number of projects in a professional manner. James embraced the challenges faced when developing sustainable Energy Generation Projects.”
- Mr Martyn Popham
"James is a wonderful and reliable person. He is very supportive and knowledgeable and I will highly recommend his service and advice if you need a planning support. Thank you James!"
- Ms Oana Pinteala
"I had a good half an hour chat with James regarding planning permission for a potential front porch and rear extension. It was clear from the off that he is very down to earth, professional and had great knowledge of this field work. (which is a rare combination) I will definitely be using him in the future, as well as recommending him to friends and family. Thanks again."
- Mr James Middleton
"Spoke with James regarding some planning advice to remove a boundary wall to enable parking access at the back of a property. James was really helpful and very thorough in terms of what would and wouldn't be needed. Excellent service, definitely give James a call if you need help with planning permission."
- Mr Darren Rees
"James was efficient and professional in the way he dealt with the Planning Office on our behalf. We very much appreciated his help, advice, care and attention and would not hesitate in recommending his services. We will definitely call James should we need any planning advice in the future. It was a pleasure dealing with him."
- Mrs Jeanne Cooper
"James came to our aid when we were caught up in (what we thought) was a lot of unnecessary and difficult document processing and uploads of paperwork inc. site /location plans and drawings. He had agreed to work on our planning application within minutes of speaking with us and it literally took 2 days for him to complete the work we requested which in turn resulted in planning approval with only 2 small restrictions. He took away the frustration and anxiety of what seemed an impossible task. I would 100% recommend his services and without doubt would use him again if the need arose. Thank you James for all your help."
- Mrs Tracey Allen
"Fantastic service from James, kept me informed throughout and had plenty of time to answer any questions that I had, would highly recommend."
"James was incredibly helpful. Explained everything very clearly over the phone and helped me work out a way forward with my planning issue. Would absolutely call again with anything planning related. Thank you James."
"Excellent communication, advice and service. Could not recommend highly enough. Thank you."
- Mr Nick Smith
"Very informative, supportive and knowledgeable about the planning process and requirements. I would recommend this to anyone looking to extend or put in for planning. Very worth while."
- Mr Lloyd Selby
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I invite you to explore how Town & Country Planning Advisors Ltd can support your next project. Whether you’re a homeowner, developer, local authority, or community organization, I’m here to help turn your vision into a reality that respects the past, enriches the present, and safeguards the future.