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22 Years
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Expert Architects and Planning Consultants
Established in 2004, Broad Planning & Architecture is a Wolverhampton-based consultancy serving clients across the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire, and nationwide. Our practice combines over 26 years of architectural expertise with in-depth planning knowledge, led by Director Sheila Porter, a Chartered Town Planner with 28 years of experience in architectural design and public/private sector planning. We specialise in feasibility studies, planning applications, and architectural design for residential, commercial, and industrial projects, offering end-to-end support from initial concept to implementation. Our unique strength lies in integrating planning consultancy with architectural services, enabling us to navigate complex development control processes while delivering cost-effective, creative design solutions. We have successfully secured planning permissions for challenging sites, including cases where previous submissions by others were refused.

Our services include measured building surveys, design and access statements, and detailed construction drawings, supported by a network of specialist consultants for structural and ecological assessments. We prioritise client collaboration, tailoring our approach to individual project requirements while maintaining rigorous compliance with evolving planning policies. Our track record demonstrates expertise in negotiating with planning authorities, preparing retrospective applications, and resolving enforcement issues. With a focus on unlocking property potential, we provide continuity through in-house architectural and planning services, ensuring seamless project progression. Our work spans sectors including residential developments, commercial buildings, and heritage sites, reflecting our adaptability to diverse client needs.
Services
Planning Consultancy Architectural Design Feasibility Studies Measured Surveys Residential Developments Commercial Projects Planning Appeals Design Statements Building Regulations Heritage Projects
Details
  • Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
  • 26+ years of combined architectural and planning expertise
  • Chartered Town Planner with 28 years' public/private sector experience
  • Nationwide project delivery capability
  • Integrated planning and architectural services for seamless projects
  • Proven success in securing permissions for complex developments
Associations and certifications
  • Royal Town Planning Institute
Services
Planning Consultancy
We provide expert planning guidance including application preparation, enforcement resolution, and policy negotiation. Our team secures permissions for residential, commercial, and industrial developments through strategic submissions and stakeholder engagement. With up-to-date policy knowledge, we maximise approval chances even for complex sites.
Architectural Design
Our architectural services cover feasibility layouts to construction detailing for diverse projects. We create planning drawings, sales layouts, and building regulation documents while maintaining design integrity. Specialist input includes heritage adaptations and industrial facility designs tailored to client requirements.
Feasibility Studies
We assess development potential through site appraisals and design options analysis. Our studies evaluate planning constraints, cost implications, and design opportunities to inform strategic decision-making. This early-stage analysis helps clients understand project viability before significant investment.
Measured Surveys
Precise building measurements form the basis for renovation or extension projects. Our surveys produce accurate floor plans, elevations, and 3D models essential for planning applications and construction documentation. This data ensures design proposals align with existing site conditions.
Planning Appeals
When initial applications are refused, we prepare and present appeals using technical evidence and policy analysis. Our experience includes negotiating with inspectors and local authorities to overturn refusals through revised proposals that address planning concerns effectively.
People
Sheila Porter
Consultancy Director
Chartered Town Planner with 28 years' architectural design experience and 10+ years as Planning Officer. Combines public sector policy knowledge with private sector delivery expertise across residential, commercial, and heritage sectors.
Questions
What areas do you cover for planning services?
We operate primarily in West Midlands, Staffordshire, and Shropshire, with nationwide project capability to accommodate client needs.
Can you help with refused planning applications?
Yes, we specialise in resolving refused applications through strategic appeal preparation and negotiation with planning authorities.
What building types do you design?
Our architectural expertise covers residential developments, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and heritage adaptations tailored to client requirements.
How do you handle complex planning challenges?
We combine architectural design skills with planning policy knowledge to create compliant solutions, using detailed supporting statements and technical evidence.
What experience do you have with listed buildings?
Our team has extensive experience in historical project adaptations, balancing heritage conservation with modern functional requirements.