Economic Development
Supporting economic growth ​is a critical component in the planning and development system. Building a strong, responsive and competitive economy is at the heart of national planning policy, and reflects the UN's Sustainability Goals.
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We are able to support planning applications and appeals for a variety of developments, including retail, commercial, industrial, and other mixed-use schemes.
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Viable Placemaking have a specialism in development economics and have experience supporting viable economic developments at all stages of the planning system - from economic impact assessments supporting major industrial developments to local plan evidence base reports evaluating economic and employment needs.
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Scroll down to see some of our key services and insights related to Economic Development or, for more information on this Sector, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Planning Services and Insights
Economic Impact Assessments
Viable Placemaking have experience in supporting economic impact assessments for a variety of developments, including major commercial and industrial schemes. If you would like to strengthen your submission by demonstrating the economic benefits, feel free to get in touch.
Planning Applications
Do you have a development which requires planning permission and seek professional input from a Chartered Town Planner? Whether your scheme is commercial, residential, leisure or otherwise - our team will be able to assist with the preparation of Planning, Design and Access Statements and the project management of your application.
Planning Appeals
Have you received a decision notice refusing your planning application and are considering appealing the Council's decision? If you would like guidance on the process, assistance with an Appeal Statement or specialist Statement of Case, or attendance as an Expert Witness, we will be more than able to assist with your appeal.