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+ Planning Permission

Kent Design Studio provides a from inception approach to all projects, whether you have a design in mind you need developing or you have a blank canvas for that architectural touch, Kent Design Studio will provide the full service tailored to your needs and specific design brief.

 

Kent Design Studio prides itself upon the in-house knowledge available with regards to the planning system and current planning policy.  This multi disciplinary approach allows an all-in solution for clients looking to undertake a project of any size or scale.  The strong working relationships that have been formed with Local Authorities also provides clients with a good level of communication throughout the consideration process of an application.

 

We are also proud to be listed as a ‘Smarter Planning Champion’ as endorsed by the UK Governments Planning Portal resource.

 

A list of services commonly provided are as below but a bespoke service will be tailored to every client;

 

  • Full Planning Applications (residential and commercial developments including single dwellings)

 

  • Householder Applications (extensions, alterations, annexes, outbuildings, home offices etc.)

 

  • Pre-Application Advice (for smaller costs than that of a planning application, advice from the council can be sought to ascertain the likelihood of a development, extension etc.)

 

  • Lawful Development Certificates (permitted development rights) this includes the recent changes of agricultural buildings to residential.

 

  • Sketch Scheme Proposals and Feasibility Studies (option studies and site appraisals)

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+ Building Regulations

Kent Design Studio has a wealth of experience undertaking a range and variety of different technical projects.  All projects and buildings require a varying level of detail and specification to which we ensure all packages of information that are produced respond to.

 

Experience of traditional and modern building practices, materials and techniques allows for a well rounded approach to any project.  Kent Design Studio is also proud to be part of the LABC Partnership Agreement and to be partnered with Ashford Borough Council.

 

A list of services commonly provided are as below but a bespoke service will be tailored to every client;

 

  • Full Plans Applications (to comply with current building regulations)

 

  • Tender Packages

 

  • Large Scale Detailing

 

  • On Site Supervision

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+ 3D Design

Many clients require that extra layer of detail with their project to which we can assist by producing 3D models and images of whole sites to individual rooms.  This ensures the client’s vision is being met and any alterations addressed prior to construction.

 

Images produced can be of a digital nature or  hand drawn providing an artists impression type image which can be used as marketing material.

 

A list of services commonly provided are as below but a bespoke service will be tailored to every client;

 

  • Computer Generated 3D Visualisations

 

  • External and Interior Static Views

 

  • Digital Fly Through Packages

 

  • Artist Impression Images

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+ Heritage

As part of many applications an element of historic referencing and consideration must be given, this more particularly to Listed Buildings or those within a Conservation Area.

 

Kent Design Studio has a proven track record of working within Conservation Areas and on Listed Buildings with a variety of application types.

 

A list of services commonly provided are as below but a bespoke service will be tailored to every client;

 

  • Historic and Listed Building Assessments

 

  • Heritage Statements

 

  • Large Scale Details

 

  • Listed Building Condition Discharge (joinery and building details)

 

  • Timber Frame Surveys and Condition Reports (typically used for barn conversions)

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+ Sustainability

Kent Design Studio is accredited to undertake SAP and Code For Sustainable Homes Assessments.  Not only does this provide a continuity of service for our clients but the knowledge obtained with regards to low carbon technologies and renewable energy sources can be implemented as early as initial concept designs to ensure strategically developments and properties will comply with the relevant criteria.

 

A list of services commonly provided are as below but a bespoke service will be tailored to every client;

 

  • Code For Sustainable Homes Assessments

 

  • SAP Assessments

 

These services can be undertaken as part of an overall project and design package or as individual elements.

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