4D Planning Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 31 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the service, describing it as excellent, efficient, and professional from start to finish. Many highlight the team's ability to successfully handle complex planning applications, even when others deemed them impossible. Staff are frequently commended for their professionalism, attentiveness, and supportive guidance. People appreciate the clear communication, swift execution, and valuable support, leading to successful outcomes and approvals. The overall experience is often described as smooth, stress-free, and highly recommended by those who have used their services. Customers consistently express high satisfaction and willingness to work with them again.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just very efficient, responsive and understanding of our design needs. I spoke with numerous architects about a planning application for a 1st floor side extension - a good number of the specialists... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Elie and his team were incredible. They were recommended to me by a good friend of mine. Communication, updates, approachability were all on point. I really appreciated this, as a first time user of s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Telephone answered promptly. e-mails answered promptly. The proceedure was well explained and my questions were well answered. This is the third planning application I have made with 4D Planning.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team was exceptionally efficient, quick to respond, and truly grasped our design requirements. I consulted with various architects regarding a planning application for a first-floor side extension... See more

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Company details

  1. Architect
  2. Architectural Designer
  3. Architecture firm
  4. Building design company
  5. Drafting Services
  6. Urban planning department

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4D Planning was set up to help home owners, property developers, business owners and architects to obtain planning permission for all development types. We offer full architectural services in-house for planning, building regulations for building control and also drawings for construction. We have in-house chartered town planners/ planning consultants and we have a track record of successful planning applications around the UK but mainly in Greater London and Greater Manchester areas. The firm has grown rapidly over the past 17+ years boasting hundreds of successful planning and architectural projects around the UK, specifically in London and Manchester. Many of them are featured on the 4D Planning website. The team currently consists of 8-9 in-house professionals and 6 external consultants with a range of expertise. These include: Architectural Designers, Chartered Town Planners/ Planning Consultants, Transport Planner, a Heritage and Conservation Consultant, Building Control Specialists and CAD Technicians. Supporting the 4D Planning team are an extensive network of professional specialists who step in when required. These specialists include: Arboricultural Surveyors, Flood Risk Consultants, Structural Engineers, Sustainability Consultants, Acoustic Surveyors, Daylight/Sunlight Surveyors, Partywall Surveyors and many others. 4D Planning have experience taking on a diverse range of projects, from small loft conversions, rear extensions to conversion of 40,000sqft. of office blocks to 70+ flats, extensions and alterations to listed buildings, construction of mega basements, new build homes, new build blocks of flats, restaurants, trampoline park, hotels, embassies and many more. Many developers consult with 4D Planning on a regular basis to establish the feasibility for developing a property to its maximum potential. Whether it be to increase the habitable size of the property or simply to increase its value. With an in-house team of architectural technologists, designers and CAD technicians 4D Planning can design the scheme, ensure that all planning considerations are fully met and ensure that the scheme complies with the building regulations. The combination of services all in-house enables the process to run as smoothly and as quickly as possible for the benefit of the client. 4D Planning is the trading name of Osborne Planning LLP. registered company in England, number: OC398375


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Obtaining planning application (Change Use)

Obtaining planning application (change of use) approval from Westminster Council via 4D Planning was an efficient process. From the initial submission to the final approval, 4D planning staff demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to our planning application flow through and success. We are truly grateful for their support in helping us realise our vision. Highly recommend their services to anyone seeking planning approval.

9 October 2023
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Thank you Armon for your review. It is much appreciated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

4D were extremely efficient and professional

4D were extremely efficient, responding quickly and turned my application around in double quick time, enabling me to meet a strict timetable. Their advice in making 2 applications, instead of 1 proved invaluable as I was granted the critical permission of a change of use, which enabled me to open my business in a timely manner. The second application was less time dependent, but a local busy body felt it necessary to complain, and an equally officious local planner thought it necessary to listen to them. If I had not made 2 applications I would have had to delay my opening date by 5 weeks and it would have cost me that in rent. So, a small investment on the back of sound professional advice, saved me many thousands. Thank you Elie and your team!

2 October 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

Couldn’t be happier with 4D. Exceptionally clear and prompt communications throughout. Very knowledgable and gave us great technical advice. Highly recommend.

1 September 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Front and rear extension approved in conservation area

We had a very challenging project and had consulted with many architects, that not only wanted to charge very high fees based on a potential cost of the final build, but also could not tell us what could be approved. Elie was highly recommended by a friend and has been great! He is very knowledgable on planning matters and had a lot of patience with all the twists and turns we’ve had.
We worked with Elie and Max from pre-application to approval. And we finally managed to get both extensions we wanted!
We would highly recommend working with both of them.
Thanks you!

25 July 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5* experience

5* experience, I can't thank them enough for receiving the accept for a 6m extension, under permitted development.
Easy to deal as they understood my requirements from the beginning.

23 June 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Help with council application

I was looking for a company who could help me with a council application for some minor work on my property which is located in a conservation area. Elie was fantastic - great communication and the application was successfully approved. He was very knowledgeable and helped made the process stress free.

30 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

4D Planning have been brilliant

4D have been brilliant. They have nursed our plans through each stage with efficiency to the final successful outcome. They seem to have a depth of experience – they were the only company I found, after contacting many others, who understood and were able to give advice on the somewhat obscure live/work category which covered our flat.
Great customer service, would thoroughly recommend.

17 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clapham Loft and Side-Return Extension

Elie and the rest of the 4d Planning team were professional, friendly and efficient throughout. We had a slight hiccup with our first application but Elie rectified this quickly and planning was quickly approved. Communication was great and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend 4d planning. I'll definitely be returning when we next need to submit a planning application. Thanks guys!

15 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommended!

Elie and his team at 4D Planning prepared a regularisation application for us, fixing a mess a sub-standard builder and his "planning expert" left us four years ago. The standard of the application submission was very high, including full plans and a multi-page statement proving how the work was completed over four years ago. Elie was very communicative throughout the process, detailing timelines and required documentation including what we would need to provide and what his team would cover. Whilst ultimately out of the control of 4D Planning, we were very pleased the planning department approved the application, no doubt largely due to the high quality of the submission prepared by 4D Planning. I highly recommend Elie and his team, and wouldn't hesitate to use them again for any planning matters.

12 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Elie and 4D planning are great!

Elie and 4D planning are easy to work with and straightforward, helping us find sensible solutions without overcomplicating things. The team are efficient and good communicators. We were recomemnded them by a friend and would be happy to recommend to others.

4 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend 4D Planning

Highly recommend 4D Planning. Guided us through a successful planning permission application. Helpful and efficient communication throughout. Thank you!

24 April 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Professionalism and Kindness.

Elie and his team were incredibly helpful and profesional throughout the entire consultation process. Communication was clear and forthcoming and attention to detail was exceptional. We live in Canada and Elie guided us through the planning process from start to finish and handled all our questions and concerns with the utmost kindness and professionalism. Usually these two qualities dont go hand in hand. This was important to us as we are unfamiliar with UK planning processes. We will be using 4D Planning again for our next upcoming renovation of an old Victorian End Terrace. We highly recommend this company.

6 March 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from 4D Planning

Thank you so much for your lovely review! Estevan - you and your wife are exceptionally kind, patient and helpful, and it was a real pleasure working with you throughout the planning process. We look forward to keeping in touch and hopefully assisting you in the near future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Many thanks, 4D Planning team.

I have done an appeal with 4d planning. Due to covid, it took a long time for the officer to decide. And it is positive!!
Really pleased with the outcome. Many thanks, 4D Planning team.

28 February 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from 4D Planning

Thank you Oleg. We are delighted to have had the opportunity to assist you with your project, to win the planning appeal and to win costs against the Council.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Planning permission re: windows

4D Planning made the process of getting planning permission (re: double glazed windows in a conservation area) a painless one. I'm very happy with the service they provided and heartily recommend them.

23 November 2022
Unprompted review
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Reply from 4D Planning

Thank you very much for your kind review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Elie has been a fantastic help…

Elie has been a fantastic help throughout the process. He has been very quick to offer immediate help, and has been very thorough in his approach. We will continue to use 4D In the future.

Thanks again

30 January 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. Communicative, professional and ultimately successful. Thanks to Elie and the team.

16 January 2023
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