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At Plandome, we provide a range of services to streamline the planning process and support our clients in achieving their property development goals.
Our comprehensive reports include detailed layout plans and work breakdown structures
including Gross Development Value (GDV) analysis
What is an HMO ?
A House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) is a property rented to three or more tenants from different households, sharing amenities like kitchens or bathrooms. HMOs are popular with landlords due to their higher rental yields, but they come with strict regulations, including licensing, fire safety, and planning permissions.
How Can Plandome Help You?
Plandome specializes in helping people navigate these complexities. From obtaining planning permissions to optimizing layouts for compliance and profitability, we provide end-to-end support to ensure your HMO meets all legal standards.
What is a Title Split?
A title split involves dividing a single property title into multiple titles, often for the purpose of selling or letting individual units. It’s a common strategy for property investors looking to maximize returns, especially in properties converted into flats or mixed-use spaces. However, the process requires careful planning to meet legal and planning requirements.
How Can Plandome Help You?
Plandome provides expert guidance throughout the title split process. From preparing plans and obtaining necessary permissions to ensuring compliance with local regulations, we handle the complexities so you can focus on your investment goals.
What are Extensions and Loft Conversions ?
Extensions and loft conversions are excellent ways to add space and value to your home. Extensions create additional rooms on the ground or upper floors, while loft conversions transform unused attic space into functional living areas. Both options enhance property value and cater to growing family needs or rental opportunities.
How Can Plandome Help You?
At Plandome, we simplify the planning and design process. From obtaining planning permissions to ensuring compliance with building regulations, we guide you every step of the way to turn your vision into reality.
What is a House to Flats Conversion?
Converting a house into flats is a smart way to maximize rental income or increase property value. This process involves redesigning the property layout to create self-contained units, often requiring planning permission, building regulation compliance, and careful space optimization.
How Can Plandome Help You?
Plandome specializes in house-to-flats conversions, offering end-to-end support. From securing planning approvals to creating efficient layouts and ensuring legal compliance, we manage the complexities, making your investment journey seamless and profitable.
What is a Commercial to Residential Conversion ?
Converting a commercial property into residential units is a cost-effective way to repurpose unused spaces and capitalize on growing housing demand. This process often involves securing planning permissions, meeting building regulations, and optimizing layouts for residential use.
How Can Plandome Help You?
Plandome offers expert guidance through every stage of your commercial-to-residential conversion. From navigating planning applications to designing compliant, functional spaces, we ensure a smooth transition that maximizes your investment potential
What is a Heritage Property Conversion ?
Converting or renovating a heritage property requires a delicate balance between preserving historical significance and modernizing for functionality. These projects often involve strict planning permissions, conservation area regulations, and listed building consents.
How Can Plandome Help You?
Plandome specializes in navigating the complexities of heritage property projects. We work with you to design sensitive yet practical solutions, secure necessary approvals, and ensure compliance with conservation regulations, making your vision a reality while honoring the property’s legacy.
FAQ
Is it worth the investment?
Absolutely. Our report provides tangible deliverables such as layout plans, work breakdown structures, and detailed financial projections, including Gross Development Value (GDV) analysis. This comprehensive package empowers you to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and maximize your return on investment.
I don't understand planning regulations. Is the report too technical?
Our report is designed to be user-friendly, translating complex planning regulations into actionable steps. We provide a clear planning statement outlining the development process, ensuring you understand the path forward.
What if the report reveals my development vision is impossible?
Our goal is to refine, not reject your vision. The report offers alternative development sequencing options and cost-effective solutions. We provide a comprehensive overview, enabling you to adapt your plans accordingly.
Isn't it faster and cheaper to build the Report myself?
While you could potentially build part of the report yourself and engage with multiple consultants (architects, planners, engineers, etc.) for the rest, this approach is high-risk, time-consuming, and very costly. Our report offers a streamlined solution by providing a comprehensive analysis from a single source. By combining the expertise of architects, planners, engineers, and financial analysts, we deliver a thorough analysis tailored to your specific property.
By consolidating expertise and data, we save you time, money, and the hassle of managing multiple consultants. Our report is equivalent to hiring a team of experts to work exclusively on your project, delivering comprehensive analysis and actionable insights. Think of our report as a one-stop solution, providing a holistic view of your development potential.
