Harrow Council

At Quick Cheap Plans, we specialise in helping homeowners, developers, and businesses navigate Harrow Council’s unique planning policies. From permitted development checks to complex conservation area applications, our local expertise delivers results.

Our Harrow Planning Services

We provide end-to-end support for all planning needs:

Permitted Development Advice – Confirm if your project qualifies without full planning permission

Prior Approval Applications – Fast-track approvals for smaller projects

Change of Use Applications – Switch a property’s purpose without structural changes

Retrospective Applications – Regularising unauthorised works with Harrow Council

Planning Appeals – Challenging refused applications effectively

Conservation Area Expertise – Special rules for Harrow on the Hill and other protected zones

Advertisement Consent – For signage and business displays

Why Choose Us for Harrow Applications?

Local Insight – We understand Harrow’s Local Plan, Green Belt restrictions, and Article 4 Directions

High Approval Rates – Our applications align perfectly with Harrow’s policies

Committee Representation – Strong track record at Harrow Planning Committee meetings

Pre-Application Success – Early engagement with planners to avoid costly refusals

Fast Processing – We know how to avoid delays in Harrow’s planning department

Key Challenges in Harrow

🔸 Green Belt Limitations – Strict rules on extensions and new builds

🔸 Article 4 Areas – Removes permitted development rights in zones like Harrow on the Hill

🔸 Conservation Areas – Additional design requirements for heritage properties

🔸 Parking & Access Rules – Harrow requires detailed transport assessments

About Harrow Council

Harrow is one of London’s most diverse boroughs, featuring:

🔸 Harrow on the Hill – Affluent area with strict conservation policies

🔸 Excellent Transport Links – Metropolitan Line and national rail connections

🔸 Mixed Development – Balancing suburban character with growth demands

The borough faces unique planning pressures:

🔸 Densification Policies – Maximising space while preserving local character

🔸 Heritage Protections – Strict rules for conservation areas

🔸 Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) – Mandatory for most new developments

Planning Policy Highlights

🔸 Local Plan – Guides all development decisions in the borough

🔸 Conservation Areas – 14 protected zones with additional design rules

🔸 Article 4 Directions – Removing permitted development rights in key areas

🔸 CIL Requirements – Infrastructure contributions for most projects

Why Quick Cheap Plans?

We’ve successfully helped clients with:

🔸 Residential Extensions – Maximising space within Harrow’s rules

🔸 Commercial Conversions – Navigating change-of-use regulations

🔸 Heritage Projects – Sensitive designs for conservation areas

Let’s get your project approved!