Suffolk

Planning Consultants Suffolk

J & J Planning & Design provides planning consultancy services across Suffolk, supporting landowners, developers and property owners in obtaining planning permission for a range of development proposals.

Our planning consultants have experience working with planning authorities including East Suffolk Council, West Suffolk Council, Mid Suffolk District Council and Babergh District Council, allowing us to offer informed guidance on local planning policy, site-specific considerations and the planning processes that influence decision making.

We assist with a wide range of projects including residential development, new dwellings, extensions, rural development proposals and change of use applications. By preparing clear planning submissions and well-considered supporting statements, we help clients present strong cases to the local planning authority.

Our services include planning application preparation and submission, planning advice, planning appeals and site feasibility assessments. Where necessary, we liaise with other consultants to ensure all required reports and documentation are incorporated into the planning submission.

For clients considering development in Suffolk, we provide early planning advice to assess site potential, identify constraints and establish a clear planning strategy.

Through a thorough and measured approach, we help clients navigate the planning system and progress development proposals with confidence.

For an overview of the current strategic planning position across Suffolk, please visit: https://www.jjdesign.org.uk/news-updates/update-on-planning-in-suffolk/

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Permission in Principle Granted for New Homes in Cambridgeshire

Huntingdonshire District Council has granted Permission in Principle (PiP) for between 5 and 7 new homes on a site in Cambridgeshire. A key reason for the approval was the Council’s current shortfall in housing [...]

Planning Approval Granted for Four New Homes in Bedfordshire

Central Bedfordshire Council has approved a full planning application for the construction of four dwellings including two bungalows. The scheme will feature a shared private drive, landscaping, and biodiversity enhancements. Key considerations included: Location: [...]

Appeal Allowed – Residential Development Approved in Principle – Cambridgeshire

Permission in Principle (PIP) granted for a residential development of 7 to 9 dwellings in Huntingdonshire. The Planning Inspector allowed the appeal following Huntingdonshire District Council’s refusal of the original application. The main issue was [...]

Latest News

Bedford
9th April, 2026

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2050 – Update (April 2026)

Bedford Borough is preparing a new Local Plan 2050 under the revised plan-led system introduced through the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act and associated regulations. The new plan will provide a comprehensive, long-term framework to guide development across the borough to 2050. Key dates and milestones The approved timetable sets out a structured programme of plan preparation: April 2026 – Publication of the notice [...]

2nd April, 2026

Central Bedfordshire Local Plan Progress Update – April 2026

Central Bedfordshire Council has updated the timetable for preparing its new Local Plan following recent changes to national planning guidance. The revised process introduces several new stages in the preparation of Local Plans, including early consultation and formal “Gateway” reviews with the Planning Inspectorate. Although the process has changed, the council is still aiming to adopt the new Local Plan by December 2028. The [...]

1st April, 2026

2026 Planning News Update – Q1

During Q1 of 2026, the pace of planning reform has continued to accelerate. The Government’s commitment to boosting housing delivery and unlocking major infrastructure remains firmly at the forefront of the agenda. In this update, we reflect on progress over the first quarter of the year—reviewing national planning updates under the new system, tracking key National Infrastructure projects entering examination, and highlighting appeal decisions [...]