Business Details
Expert Planning & Project Management Services
Prestige Projects has built a reputation as a trusted provider of planning consultancy and architectural services. With over 25 years of hands-on experience working directly with planning offices in Dacorum, St Albans City, and surrounding areas, our team combines deep local knowledge with technical expertise to guide clients through complex planning processes. Our advisors specialise in navigating regulatory frameworks, leveraging established relationships with local authorities to secure planning permissions for residential and commercial developments. We offer end-to-end project management, from initial site assessments and design proposals to building regulation approvals and contractor coordination.Client testimonials highlight our ability to transform challenging projects into successful outcomes, evidenced by a 60% increase in property value achieved for one client through strategic planning submissions. Our membership in the Local Authority Building Control partnership enables streamlined processes across jurisdictions, while our focus on clear communication ensures clients remain fully informed throughout every project phase.
Services
Planning consultancy
Project management
Architectural design
Design statements
Planning permissions
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of local planning office experience
- Our team maintains official partnerships with local building control authorities
- We guarantee transparent communication throughout the planning process
- Our success rate exceeds industry averages for planning approvals
- We provide end-to-end project management from concept to completion
What people say
Extremely helpful
Great ideas
Smooth planning process
Professional service
60% increased value
Services
Planning consultancy
Our planning consultancy service specialises in securing development permissions for residential and commercial properties. With 25+ years' experience working with local authorities, we provide site-specific assessments, policy compliance checks, and strategic submissions that maximise approval chances. Our team handles all communication with planning departments while maintaining transparent client updates.
Project management
We offer comprehensive project management covering design, planning, and construction phases. Services include creating detailed specifications, coordinating building regulations approvals, arranging structural calculations, and managing contractor tenders. Our local expert network ensures quality delivery while maintaining budget and timeline adherence for property extensions and new developments.
Design and access statements
We prepare compliant design and access statements explaining development proposals' architectural rationale and accessibility considerations. These documents demonstrate policy alignment with local development plans while addressing layout, scale, materials, and inclusive design principles to meet planning requirements for outline and full applications.
Architectural services
Our architectural services cover residential and commercial property developments, including creating detailed elevations, floor plans, and construction drawings. We specialise in maximising property potential through innovative designs that balance client requirements with planning constraints, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and regulatory compliance for extensions and new builds.
Planning permissions
We specialise in securing planning permissions for complex developments, including property subdivisions, barn conversions, and multi-unit schemes. Our approach combines technical expertise with local authority knowledge to address potential issues proactively, evidenced by successful approvals for challenging projects like corner plot developments and garden-based housing schemes.
People
Roger
Lead Architectural Consultant
With over 25 years' experience in local planning, Roger specialises in guiding clients through complex development processes. His expertise in Hemel Hempstead's planning landscape has secured numerous permissions for residential and commercial projects while maintaining strong client relationships.
Nick
Planning Consultant
Nick works closely with clients to achieve planning approvals, leveraging his understanding of local regulations and design requirements. His collaborative approach ensures developments meet both client aspirations and planning criteria while delivering practical solutions for challenging sites.
Questions
What planning services do you offer?
We provide full planning consultancy including application submissions, policy compliance checks, design statements, and appeals management for residential and commercial developments across Hertfordshire.
How do you handle planning rejections?
We work closely with local authorities to address concerns, modifying designs while maintaining project viability. Our 25+ years' experience helps anticipate potential issues before submission.
Can you manage entire building projects?
Yes, we offer end-to-end project management covering design, planning permissions, building regulations, contractor selection, and construction oversight with transparent client communication throughout.
Do you work with listed buildings?
We have experience preparing planning applications for listed buildings, including required design and access statements that balance heritage considerations with modernisation requirements.
How are fees structured?
Fees depend on project complexity and scope. We provide transparent cost breakdowns before work commences, with no hidden charges for standard planning consultancy services.
What areas do you cover?
Primarily Hemel Hempstead, Dacorum, and St Albans City, with planning experience extending across Hertfordshire and surrounding counties for major development projects.
