We work with businesses, landlords and developers on commercial projects and on change of use schemes that convert buildings from one use to another. We set out a planning strategy early so the design and the application work together.
What we cover
- Change of use, including Class E to residential, office to residential and retail to residential.
- Mixed-use schemes that combine commercial and residential space.
- Commercial extensions and refurbishment.
- Shopfront alterations and signage.
How we approach it
Change of use projects often turn on whether the work falls under permitted development or needs a full application, and on conditions such as daylight, noise and contamination. We assess the route, prepare the drawings and supporting statements, and manage the application.
This is a starting outline. We expand each project with the detail relevant to the building and its use.