Independent planning advice across the UK
Helping homeowners and developers move forward with confidence.
What We Do
Cadarn Planning provides clear, practical planning advice across the UK, supporting clients from early ideas through to securing planning permission.I focus on straightforward, honest advice. If a proposal is unlikely to succeed, I will tell you early. If it can be improved, I will guide you through the best way forwardMy services include:> Householder Planning Applications: Extensions, outbuildings, boundary treatments, and alterations to existing homes.> Change of Use Applications: Supporting proposals for residential, commercial, and mixed-use changes.> Minor Residential Development: Small-scale housing schemes, conversions, and infill developments.> Advertisement Consent: Applications for signage and advertisements for businesses.> Listed Building Consent: Sensitive proposals affecting heritage assets, ensuring compliance while respecting character.> Pre-Application Advice: Early engagement with local authorities to identify risks and improve your chances of success.> Planning Appeals: Preparation and submission of appeal statements following refusal, with strong policy-based arguments to challenge decisions and improve the chances of success.> Planning Appraisals & Feasibility: Clear advice on what is likely to be acceptable before you invest time and money.
About
Cadarn Planning is founded by Joan Isus, an RTPI chartered town planning consultant with over 9 years of experience in both the public and private sectors.Joan started his career as a Planning Officer at a local authority in Lincolnshire. This gave him a strong understanding of how councils assess planning applications and make decisions. At the same time, he gained experience in private consultancy, learning how to prepare applications and support clients through the process.He is now based in Cardiff, working across the UK, helping homeowners, small developers, and businesses with a wide range of planning projects.What this means for you:> Clear guidance from the start: Honest advice on whether your idea is likely to get planning permission.> Understanding how councils think: Insight into what matters to planning officers and how to present your proposal.> Simple, straightforward process: Support through each step, without unnecessary jargon.> Well-prepared applications: Care taken to submit clear and complete applications to avoid delays.> A personal service: You deal directly with the same person throughout, with quick and clear communication.Whether you are planning a home extension or exploring a new project, you will have a single point of contact guiding you through the process from start to finish.
Contact Us
If you are planning a project or need advice, feel free to get in touch by email, phone, or via the enquiry form below.Whether you have a clear proposal or just an initial idea, we can help you understand your options and next steps.