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Chris Boardman
Director

Independent planning consultancy based in Wales — bringing more than 20 years of experience across private, public and third sectors to every project.

Chris Boardman, Director of Boardman Planning
20+
Years in planning
Chris Boardman — Director

Independent planning consultancy, Wales

Boardman Planning is an independent planning consultancy providing clear, practical and commercially focused planning advice across a wide range of development projects.

Led by Chris Boardman, a planning professional with more than 20 years' experience, the practice combines expertise gained across the private sector, local government and the housing association sector. This breadth of experience provides a well-rounded understanding of the planning system from multiple perspectives, enabling clients to navigate complex planning matters with confidence.

Boardman Planning works with homeowners, developers, landowners and organisations to deliver tailored planning solutions that are realistic, responsive and results-driven. Services include planning applications, planning strategy, site appraisals and planning appeals, with support provided throughout every stage of the planning process.

The practice has experience in preparing and managing planning appeals, including written representations and negotiations with local planning authorities, helping clients present strong and effective cases where planning permission has been refused or delayed.

Committed to providing a professional and personal service, Boardman Planning combines detailed planning knowledge with a practical understanding of how planning decisions are made, delivering trusted advice grounded in experience, integrity and clear communication.

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Sector Experience

Three sectors. One perspective.

Working across private consultancy, local government and housing associations gives Boardman Planning a unique understanding of how the planning system operates at every level.

01

Private Sector

Commercial and residential development experience spanning site appraisals, planning applications, appeals and development strategy for a wide range of clients.

02

Local Government

Understanding how planning authorities assess and determine applications — an insight that's invaluable when preparing and presenting cases to planning committees.

03

Housing Associations

Experience across affordable housing, residential development and community-focused projects, with a clear understanding of the considerations that shape these schemes.

Our Approach

What you can expect from Boardman Planning

An independent consultancy works differently from a large firm. Here's what that means in practice.

Honest advice

Planning outcomes aren't guaranteed, and Boardman Planning won't pretend they are. You'll get a realistic assessment of your position — so you can make decisions with accurate information, not false optimism.

Direct access

Your project is handled directly by Boardman Planning from start to finish. No passing work to junior team members, no miscommunication through layers of management — just consistent, experienced support throughout.

Responsive service

Planning moves at its own pace, but good consultancy shouldn't slow things down. Boardman Planning prides itself on being available, responsive and proactive — so you're always clear on where things stand.

Practical focus

The goal is always a positive planning outcome. Every piece of advice is shaped by what's achievable within the system — not what looks impressive on paper.

Talk to us about your project

Whether you're at the earliest stages of a development idea or facing a planning challenge, Boardman Planning is happy to have an initial conversation.

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