Urban design lies at the heart of the new planning system. Government policy clearly identifies good design as essential to good planning.

The Tibbalds team is design trained and works for both public and private sectors, giving us a detailed understanding of issues affecting design, planning and development. We help shape and guide complex development proposals through the planning process.

We also advise architects on achieving and communicating urban design quality in their schemes, and support local planning authorities in design related planning negotiations including:


preparing and co-ordinating large, complex planning applications;
public consultation;
s.106 contribution frameworks;
appeals and public inquiries, particularly relating to design;
policy research;
specialist urban design advice and negotiation;
site/ area specific planning policy guidance; and
urban design training for planning officers.
Town planning projects