Clear, practical planning advice for homeowners, developers, landowners and organisations — across Wales and beyond.
Boardman Planning is led by Chris Boardman, a planning professional with more than 20 years' experience across private consultancy, local government and the housing association sector. That breadth of perspective makes a real difference when you're trying to get a project through.
Chris works closely with each client — no hand-offs to juniors, no generic advice. Just clear, honest guidance grounded in experience.
More About Chris →From initial appraisals through to appeals and enforcement matters, Boardman Planning provides tailored advice that fits your project — not a one-size-fits-all template.
Full Services List →Know your position before you commit. A clear assessment of site potential, planning policy and realistic prospects.
End-to-end management of your application, from coordination to submission and authority engagement.
Robust appeal statements for written representations, hearings and public inquiries — when you need the strongest possible case.
Long-term planning for landowners, developers and organisations looking to understand site potential and planning risk.
Practical guidance when enforcement notices arrive — understanding your options and building a clear resolution strategy.
Required documentation for planning applications in Wales — prepared clearly and proportionately to support your project.
As an independent consultancy, there are no layers between you and the expertise you're paying for. You work with Boardman Planning from day one through to completion.
About the Practice →Planning advice is only useful if it's realistic. Boardman Planning gives you honest assessments of what's achievable — so you can make informed decisions.
Having worked in private consultancy, local government and housing associations, the practice understands how planning decisions get made from all sides of the table.
Your project won't sit in a queue. Boardman Planning provides direct, attentive support throughout — with clear communication at every stage.
Whether you have a planning question, a site to appraise or an application to progress — get in touch for an initial conversation.