Planning Confidence, Built In.
From planning permission to building regulations, Arc Design Group ensures your project meets every requirement — clearly, compliantly, and without delays.
From planning permission to building regulations, Arc Design Group ensures your project meets every requirement — clearly, compliantly, and without delays.
The Planning Challenge
The Planning Challenge
Avoid Delays, Rejections, and Red Tape.
Every property project faces a maze of planning rules, local authority policies, and compliance standards. Even small design errors or missing details can cause costly rejections and delays.
Arc Design Group takes the stress out of planning. We manage the entire process — interpreting regulations, producing compliant drawings, and liaising directly with local authorities — so your project moves forward smoothly from concept to approval.
Avoid Delays, Rejections, and Red Tape.
Every property project faces a maze of planning rules, local authority policies, and compliance standards. Even small design errors or missing details can cause costly rejections and delays.
Arc Design Group takes the stress out of planning. We manage the entire process — interpreting regulations, producing compliant drawings, and liaising directly with local authorities — so your project moves forward smoothly from concept to approval.
Our Planning & Compliance Services
Our Planning & Compliance Services
1. Planning Permission Applications
We handle every stage of the planning process, ensuring your designs meet all local guidelines and are approved the first time.
Our services include:
- Feasibility assessments & site surveys
- Full planning and householder applications
- Permitted development checks
- Design & Access Statements
- Liaison with local councils and planning officers
We don’t just draw plans — we strategically design for approval.
2. Building Regulation Drawings
Once your design is approved, we prepare detailed Building Regulation drawings that contractors and inspectors rely on. These include structural details, materials, fire safety, drainage, insulation, and more — all aligned with UK building standards.
You’ll receive:
- Fully annotated plans
- Construction-level details
- Coordination with structural engineers
- Support during building control inspections
The result: Approved drawings that stand up to scrutiny.
3. HMO & Conversion Compliance
For property investors and developers, navigating HMO or building conversions can be complex. We’re specialists in designing layouts that meet all fire, safety, and amenity standards while maximising space and returns.
Our HMO services include:
- Layout compliance checks
- Amenity standards review (licensing-ready)
- Fire escape and safety design
- Local authority liaison
We ensure your property meets local licensing requirements — right from the design stage.
4. Pre-Application & Feasibility Advice
Not sure if your idea will get approved? We can submit a Pre-Application Enquiry to test the proposal before full submission — saving time and money.
Our feasibility reports include:
- Local policy analysis
- Planning precedent review
- Risk assessment and next-step recommendations.
1. Planning Permission Applications
We handle every stage of the planning process, ensuring your designs meet all local guidelines and are approved the first time.
Our services include:
- Feasibility assessments & site surveys
- Full planning and householder applications
- Permitted development checks
- Design & Access Statements
- Liaison with local councils and planning officers
We don’t just draw plans — we strategically design for approval.
2. Building Regulation Drawings
Once your design is approved, we prepare detailed Building Regulation drawings that contractors and inspectors rely on. These include structural details, materials, fire safety, drainage, insulation, and more — all aligned with UK building standards.
You’ll receive:
- Fully annotated plans
- Construction-level details
- Coordination with structural engineers
- Support during building control inspections
The result: Approved drawings that stand up to scrutiny.
3. HMO & Conversion Compliance
For property investors and developers, navigating HMO or building conversions can be complex. We’re specialists in designing layouts that meet all fire, safety, and amenity standards while maximising space and returns.
Our HMO services include:
- Layout compliance checks
- Amenity standards review (licensing-ready)
- Fire escape and safety design
- Local authority liaison
We ensure your property meets local licensing requirements — right from the design stage.
4. Pre-Application & Feasibility Advice
Not sure if your idea will get approved? We can submit a Pre-Application Enquiry to test the proposal before full submission — saving time and money.
Our feasibility reports include:
- Local policy analysis
- Planning precedent review
- Risk assessment and next-step recommendations.
The Arc Process
The Arc Process
Our Proven Path to Planning Approval
1. Consult – We assess your site, goals, and local policy restrictions.
2. Design – Our drawings and layouts are optimised for planning compliance.
3. Submit – We handle all documentation, forms, and council communication.
4. Support – We respond to feedback, revisions, and follow-up requests.
5. Approve – You receive clear approval and ready-to-build drawings.
We’ve secured hundreds of successful approvals across Peterborough, Stamford, and surrounding regions.
Our Proven Path to Planning Approval
1. Consult – We assess your site, goals, and local policy restrictions.
2. Design – Our drawings and layouts are optimised for planning compliance.
3. Submit – We handle all documentation, forms, and council communication.
4. Support – We respond to feedback, revisions, and follow-up requests.
5. Approve – You receive clear approval and ready-to-build drawings.
We’ve secured hundreds of successful approvals across Peterborough, Stamford, and surrounding regions.
Why Compliance Matters
Why Compliance Matters
Because Every Great Design Deserves to Be Built.
Design without compliance is just paper. Arc’s expertise ensures your project transitions from 'plan' to 'permission' seamlessly — avoiding rework, cost overruns, and delays.
We understand the language of planning officers and building inspectors. That’s why our clients enjoy faster approvals and smoother builds.
Our clients say:
“Arc handled our entire planning process. We were approved first time — zero stress.” — Property Developer, Peterborough
Because Every Great Design Deserves to Be Built.
Design without compliance is just paper. Arc’s expertise ensures your project transitions from 'plan' to 'permission' seamlessly — avoiding rework, cost overruns, and delays.
We understand the language of planning officers and building inspectors. That’s why our clients enjoy faster approvals and smoother builds.
Our clients say:
“Arc handled our entire planning process. We were approved first time — zero stress.” — Property Developer, Peterborough
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Frequently Asked Question
Frequently Asked Question
Do you guarantee planning approval?
While no one can 'guarantee' approval, we have one of the highest first-time approval rates locally — thanks to our experience and relationships with planning officers.
Can you submit planning applications for my builder’s design?
Yes. We can review and prepare compliant applications even if another designer produced the original concept.
What’s the difference between planning permission and building regulations?
Planning focuses on design, impact, and aesthetics; Building Regulations focus on technical safety and performance. We handle both, ensuring continuity and accuracy throughout.
Do I need Building Control approval for a small project?
Yes, even small extensions or internal changes often require Building Regulations compliance. We’ll advise exactly what’s needed.
Social Proof
From elegant extensions to modern conversions, our work blends form and function — crafted for the way people actually live.
From elegant extensions to modern conversions, our work blends form and function — crafted for the way people actually live.
Let’s Get Your Project Approved.
From concept to construction, we’ll manage every compliance step so your project moves forward — quickly, confidently, and correctly.
Let’s Get Your Project Approved.
From concept to construction, we’ll manage every compliance step so your project moves forward — quickly, confidently, and correctly.
