Infrastructure Planning With Predictable Timelines and Fixed Fees
Our business model combines specialist associates with modern processes. We deliver infrastructure planning applications faster than traditional consultancies.
Request a 30-minute scoping callThe Challenge: Extended Planning Timelines
Large established planning consultancies create delays through:
Massive Office Overheads
Passed to clients
Hourly Billing
Without timeline certainty
Undefined Project Boundaries
Leading to scope expansion
Multiple Approval Layers
That slow progress
Specialist Network + Modern Processes = Faster Results
Specialist Freelance Associate Network
- Sector experts without corporate overhead costs
- Deploy the right specialist for each project phase
- No administrative layers between client and consultant
Streamlined Production Processes
- Modern document production using sector-specific templates
- Automated quality assurance and compliance checking
- Real-time project coordination and progress tracking
Fixed-Fee, Defined Scope Model
- Transparent pricing agreed upfront
- Protected project budgets with no billing surprises
- Staged payments aligned with clear project milestones
Streamlined Infrastructure Planning Process
Our approach reduces typical project timelines:
Development Consent Orders (DCOs)
- Faster pre-application engagement with statutory consultees
- Streamlined environmental assessments using modern data analysis
- Accelerated document production for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs)
Planning Permission Applications
- Rapid feasibility assessments for complex infrastructure developments
- Efficient stakeholder consultation management
- Quick-turnaround technical reports
Infrastructure Consenting Services
- Coordinated statutory consent processing across multiple frameworks
- Multi-consent strategies for complex infrastructure projects
- Expert project management throughout approval process
Professional Standards: Faster Delivery Without Compromise
Expert Credentials
- All associates are chartered or professionally recognised in their fields
- Sector specialists with 10–20 years experience on major infrastructure projects
- Proven track record delivering successful planning permissions across roads, rail, biogas, agriculture, chemicals, waste, quarrying, equestrian, bridges, telecommunications, energy, water, airports, ports, data centres, and renewable energy developments
Streamlined Delivery
- Modern processes reduce document production time significantly
- Direct approval processes without corporate bureaucracy
- Direct client-consultant communication throughout
Superior Client Service
- Dedicated project manager assigned throughout your application
- Weekly progress updates with transparent milestone tracking
- Direct access to technical specialists when needed
Comprehensive Infrastructure Planning Services
Energy Infrastructure
Solar farms, wind developments, battery storage, grid connections, renewable energy projects
- Development Consent Order applications for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects
- Environmental Impact Assessments and technical studies for renewable energy schemes
- Planning applications for projects under 100MW and statutory consultations
Water Infrastructure
Treatment works, pumping stations, reservoirs, pipeline networks, flood defences
- Water Resources Act applications and abstraction licences
- Environmental permitting for water treatment and supply infrastructure
- Flood Risk Assessments and sustainable drainage system approvals
Transport Infrastructure
Road improvements, rail facilities, airports, public transport hubs, active travel networks
- Transport and Works Act applications for major transport schemes
- Highway improvement orders and traffic regulation orders
- Environmental assessments for transport infrastructure projects
Communication Infrastructure
5G networks, fibre installations, data centres, broadcast facilities, telecommunications
- Electronic Communications Code applications and wayleave agreements
- Permitted development assessments for telecommunications infrastructure
- Environmental considerations for digital infrastructure developments
Commercial & Agricultural Development
Business parks, industrial estates, retail developments, agricultural diversification, equestrian facilities
- Full planning applications for commercial and mixed-use developments
- Agricultural Permitted Development Rights assessments and prior approval applications
- Change of use applications from agricultural to commercial or equestrian purposes
- Environmental Impact Assessments for large-scale commercial developments
How We Deliver Better Results Faster
We use modern technology transparently to improve efficiency and consistency:
Environmental Assessment Tools
- Rapid baseline data analysis from multiple environmental databases
- Automated impact modelling with mitigation recommendations
- Consistent quality across all technical reports and assessments
Document Production Systems
- Intelligent document generation using sector-specific templates and precedents
- Automated cross-referencing ensuring consistency across all application documents
- Real-time collaboration tools coordinating our associate network
Project Risk Management
- Predictive analytics assessing application success probability before submission
- Automated timeline optimisation and resource allocation
- Proactive issue identification before problems become delays
Why Infrastructure Developers Choose Our Model
"Urban Vista Planning delivered our renewable energy Development Consent Order (DCO) application ahead of schedule while maintaining exceptional quality standards. The fixed-fee model provided budget certainty throughout the entire Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) process."
- Major Renewable Energy Developer
"The modern approach transformed our project timeline. We received comprehensive environmental impact assessments and planning applications in half the usual time."
- Water Infrastructure Client
"Professional chartered planners who understand modern infrastructure development. Clear results with transparent pricing and faster delivery than traditional consultancies."
- Commercial Development Client
Review Your Project Timeline and Budget – No Obligation
Free 30-Minute Consultation Includes:
- Project scope assessment and realistic timeline estimate
- Detailed delivery timeline compared to traditional approaches
- Fixed-fee quote with clearly defined deliverables and milestones
- Demonstration of how modern processes accelerate your project type
Ready to Streamline Your Infrastructure Application?
Request a 30-minute scoping callPhone: +44 7709 636764
Email: office@urbanvistaplanning.co.uk
Office: Archways, River Rd, Taplow, Maidenhead SL6 0BG
Urban Vista Planning - Infrastructure & Environmental Planning Consultants England. Chartered planners delivering Development Consent Orders, planning permission applications, and environmental assessments across energy, transport, water, communication, commercial, agricultural and equestrian sectors.
Fixed-fee model with modern processes for streamlined project delivery.