Fast, Affordable Planning Permission Check for England
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Planning advice in minutes, powered by PLAIN — AI planning reports for sites in England.
- Built on planning law for England
- Local plan policies researched for your site, with sources
- National planning policy included
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Provide the exact location details and describe in as much detail as possible what you would like to propose.
Full PLAIN Report
Policy pack, strength of your case, fees & validation checklist.
About us
About PLAIN
PLAIN (Planning + AI) was created out of frustration with the complexity and interpretation of the planning system in England. Homeowners and small developers often struggle to understand whether they need planning permission, what policies apply, and what their chances of success really are.
Our Services
Our Tailored Planning Services
Permission Need Assessment
We assess your project to determine if planning permission is required, saving you time and avoiding potential penalties.
Personalized Regulatory Advice
Our report guides you on the steps required to comply with local and national regulations, tailoring the information to your specific case.
Third Party Reporting Advice
We Identify and List the necessary documents that may be required for your application to support your submission to the authorities. Additional reports may be required depending on individual Planning Authority interpretation.
PLAIN Accuracy
PLAIN will make comprehensive efforts to provide complete and accurate advice in your report. Please provide any and all information available to ensure the most accurate outcomes in your tailored report.
Why upgrade to the Full Report?
Complete Policy Pack
National policy that applies to your site, plus local plan, guidance and neighbourhood plan policies considered against your proposal, with sources to check.
Strength of Your Case
What helps your proposal, what counts against it, and the pitfalls to avoid.
Validation Checklist
The drawings and reports your council is likely to expect, and what to confirm.
Recommended Application Route
Clear route recommendation for your Proposal.
Our Blog
Planning news
The Planning Perspective
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Planning Permission for Self-Build Homes: What Every Small Developer Should Know
Practical tips to avoid wasted drawings, invalid applications, and costly delays.
How to Save Money on a Planning Application
Practical tips to avoid wasted drawings, invalid applications, and costly delays.
Permitted Development Rights Explained (Householders)
What PD really allows, the limits you need to know, and when a full planning application is still required.
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