Expert Planning Appeals in London

Specialist Planning Appeal Services Across London

A refusal of planning permission does not need to end your development ambitions. Cedar Planning provides expert planning appeal services across Greater London, supporting homeowners, businesses and developers in challenging refused or undetermined planning applications.

Our London appeals are led by Chartered Town Planners with experience working across multiple London boroughs, each with their own planning policies, priorities and constraints.

Planning Appeals in a London Context

Planning appeals in London are rarely straightforward. Decisions are often influenced by:

• Borough-specific Local Plans

• Heritage and conservation area constraints

• Design-led policies

• Residential amenity considerations

• Strategic London Plan policies

We understand how these layers interact — and how Inspectors assess them at appeal. Our Appeal Services are part of our wider London Planning Consultancy Service.

When Can You Submit a Planning Appeal?

You may be able to appeal to the Planning Inspectorate if:

• Planning permission has been refused

• Conditions imposed are unreasonable or unjustified

• Your application has not been determined within statutory timescales

In some circumstances, where a Local Planning Authority has acted unreasonably, it may also be possible to apply for an award of appeal costs.

Honest, Strategic Appeal Advice

Our first step is always to provide a free initial desktop assessment of your planning refusal.

We review the decision carefully and provide a clear professional view on whether:

• An appeal is justified, or

• An amended re-submission or alternative strategy would be more effective.

If the prospects of success are low, we will tell you — and explain why. We often come across planning applications in London which either follow a poor planning strategy, or lack vital detail. In such circumstances, it is often advisable to re-submit an application, and our consultants will advise accordingly.

Why Choose Cedar Planning for a London Appeal?

✔ Appeals prepared by experienced Chartered Town Planners
✔ Strong track record across London boroughs
✔ Clear, policy-led Statements of Case
✔ Honest, no-obligation initial appeal assessment
✔ Fast turnaround (typically within 14 days, subject to availability)
✔ Fixed-fee quotes with no hidden costs

Our appeal submissions focus on addressing refusal reasons directly, supported by policy, material considerations and relevant appeal decisions.

Our London Planning Appeal Process

Initial Appeal Review

We begin with a detailed desktop review of:

• The Council’s decision notice

• The planning officer’s report (where available)

• Borough-specific Local Plan policies

• London Plan considerations

• Site constraints such as conservation areas, designations or amenity impacts

You will receive a clear, reasoned opinion on whether an appeal is the right course of action.

Appeal Strategy & Advice

Where appropriate, we will advise on:

• Whether an appeal or re-submission offers better prospects

• Refinements to strengthen your planning position

• Fallback or lawful development options

Our advice is always outcome-focused and proportionate.

Preparing the Appeal Statement

If you proceed, we undertake detailed research including:

• Borough and London-wide planning policy analysis

• Relevant appeal precedents and Inspector decisions

• Planning law and material considerations

This forms the basis of a robust Statement of Case, clearly setting out why planning permission should be granted.

Review & Submission

You will receive a full draft of the appeal documentation prior to submission.
We only submit the appeal once you are completely satisfied with the content and approach.

Types of Planning Appeals We Handle in London

We regularly act on appeals involving:

• Householder extensions and alterations

• Change of use applications

• Conservation area and heritage refusals

• Lawful Development Certificates

• Prior approval and permitted development disputes

• Small-scale commercial and mixed-use schemes

London Borough Planning Appeals

Our planning consultants are experienced in providing planning services across number of London boroughs.

This includes:

• Planning Appeals in Camden

• Planning Appeals in Haringey

• Planning Appeals in Barnet

• Planning Appeals in Enfield

Request a Free London Planning Appeal Assessment

If your planning application has been refused or delayed, contact Cedar Planning for a free initial appeal assessment and clear advice on your next steps.

Complete the enquiry form below or email info@cedarplanning.co.uk with details of your planning refusal.