M25 Industrial Units

Posted on May, 2016

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]FWPD was instructed by a private capital investor to obtain a change of use from B1c light industrial to B8 warehouse and logistics for their property in Hemel Hempstead. The property was vacated by an industrial user and to facilitate re-marketing, widening the use class was considered more desirable to future occupiers in a sector experiencing consistent  demand. FWPD reviewed the site history, analysed the local policies and oversaw submission of the applications. We negotiated the change of use with Council officers to secure permission. The property is now leased...

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Belsize Park, London

Posted on Oct, 2015

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]FWPD was instructed to provide strategic planning advice in respect of the conversion, extension and restoration of this property to create five residential units, working closely with Nash Baker Architects. The property is located in a Conservation Area and extensions are proposed at lower ground, ground and roof level to create high end residential units. Planning permission is anticipated in January 2016.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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Mulberry Walk, SW3, London

Posted on Oct, 2015

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]FWPD was instructed to secure planning permission for a new garage on this residential street close to King’s Road. Following unfavourable pre-application feedback, FWPD worked closely with the design team and the Council to secure support for the proposal. Planning permission was granted in October 2015 creating significant additional value for the existing residential unit.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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Hallam Street, London

Posted on Jul, 2015

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]FWPD has managed the planning process for the basement of this substantial building on Hallam Street. A planning application has been submitted for the use of the basement for Class D1 (medical) use. Alterations are proposed as part of the application to facilitate the change of use. FWPD has prepared, coordinated and submitted the planning applications and is leading the negotiations with the City Council working closely with Sonnemann Toon Architects.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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Nevern Square, London

Posted on Jun, 2015

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]FWPD worked alongside Nash Baker Architects to provide strategic planning advice in respect of the conversion and restoration of the building to high quality residential apartments. The proposal involved the amalgamation of existing residential units contrary to the Council’s policies. Planning permission was granted in June 2015.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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High Street, Essex

Posted on Apr, 2015

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]FWPD was instructed to obtain planning permission for a change of use of a single retail unit from Class A1 to Class A2 use to enable the new operator, Eurochange, to occupy the unit. The proposal was contrary to Colchester City Council’s retail policies but through robust supporting information and negotiation with the Council, FWPD secured planning permission for the change of use in April 2015.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="64px"][no_blockquote text="``Forward Planning & Development Ltd led our professional team through the planning process from start to finish. We can't speak highly enough of...

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City Centre Offices, Norfolk

Posted on Feb, 2015

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]FWPD was instructed to manage the planning process for a private property investment company who had recently acquired a 20,000 sqft office building in Norwich City Centre. Planning permission has been granted for external alterations to the building associated with its comprehensive refurbishment. Work was completed in April 2016 and the premises are being marketed for lease.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="64px"][no_blockquote text="``This building is one of our largest assets in our portfolio and we were delighted with the way FWPD took control of the planning aspects, making a robust case for our scheme and...

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