# Mike Harris Planning Consultancy

Mike Harris Planning Consultancy is a specialist planning consultancy based in Keighley, founded by Mike Harris, a professional town planner with 17 years of experience in government planning departments. The consultancy serves homeowners, developers and businesses navigating the UK planning system, with a particular focus on residential schemes, householder extensions and planning appeals.

What sets this consultancy apart is Mike's exceptional track record: during 15 years working at Calderdale MBC, he never lost a planning appeal based on his recommendation. This proven expertise in the appeals process is a significant differentiator, offering clients confidence when challenging planning decisions. The consultancy takes a selective approach, only accepting cases where there is a reasonable chance of success, ensuring focused and effective representation.

The business specialises in demystifying complex planning procedures. Rather than offering generic services, Mike provides deep insight into gaining approval for planning applications, drawing on extensive direct experience with local authority processes. This insider knowledge proves invaluable when addressing planning obstacles that deter less experienced consultants.

The consultancy particularly excels with householder extensions, a common planning challenge for residential clients. Beyond applications and appeals, Mike provides strategic planning advice covering permitted development rights, enforcement issues, and lawful use certificates. Planning statements prepared for applications, enquiries and objections are tailored to each client's circumstances.

For clients seeking expert guidance through the planning system's complexities, Mike Harris Planning Consultancy offers the rare combination of government experience, proven success rates and specialised residential expertise.