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Northern Planning & Design
Planning history
1 public planning application
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Trust Score
24out of 100
24 out of 100, with a caution: only 2 reviews held yet. A small public record keeps the evidence thin, and the score reflects that.
- Rated 5.0 from 2 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 2
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say18.4 of 60
Independent checks3.8 of 30
Track record1.3 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them2.9 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
- Registered company details0 of 5.1
- Photos of their work0 of 4.3
- Industry recognition0.9 of 1.7
Verified planning history
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Northern Planning & Design’s real planning history from public planning applications, showing where they’ve worked and how often schemes were approved. · Active in 2024
planning applications1
approved schemes0
councils worked in1
What they work on
The kinds of project Northern Planning & Design has filed planning applications for.
- Rear extension1
- Extension1
Council experience
- Lewisham · 1 application since 2024See planning experience in Lewisham
Recent planning applications
- Refused84 KILLEARN ROAD, LONDON, SE6 1BTApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) submitted under Section 192 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) Class A of Schedule 2, Part 1, of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) for the construction of a single storey rear extension at 84 Killearn Road, SE6.
Independent recognition
Awards & recognition
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Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Houzz2 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for architects in York
Across 27 architects in York, the typical rating is 4.7 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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Review sources
Public evidence last checked May 2026
About
Affordable, Practical Design Solutions for Homes & Businesses | Yorkshire & Beyond I’m an Architectural Designer based in York, offering smart, stress-free design solutions for homes and businesses. From planning applications to on-site project support, I take the pressure off your shoulders and guide you through every step of your build. Whether it’s a bespoke new home, an elegant extension, or a full kitchen revamp, I combine creativity with practicality to deliver spaces that not only look great but work brilliantly.
Services they list
Architectural DesignArchitectural DrawingsBuilding DesignComplete Kitchen RenovationCustom Build HomesDesign ConsultationHome RenovationHouse ExtensionsHouse PlansKitchen DesignLoft ConversionNew Home Build
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Check the Architects RegisterOnly someone on the Architects Registration Board (ARB) register may legally call themselves an 'architect' in the UK. Ask for their ARB number and check it free at arb.org.uk. An 'architectural designer' or 'technologist' is a different, unregistered role (often capable, but not the same protection).
Agree how they charge before any work starts (a percentage of the build cost, a fixed fee, or an hourly rate) and exactly which stages it covers (concept design, planning application, building-regulations drawings, work on site), so there are no surprises later.
Confirm what they will actually handle versus what is excluded (the planning application, the building-control drawings, and whether they will administer the builder's contract on site), and get it, and a portfolio of similar projects, in writing.
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Common questions about Northern Planning & Design
Is Northern Planning & Design a legitimate business?
Northern Planning & Design has 2 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Northern Planning & Design?
Northern Planning & Design has 2 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know Northern Planning & Design's reviews are genuine?
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Has Northern Planning & Design won any awards?
Northern Planning & Design holds 1 independent award, including Best of Houzz winner (2026). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Northern Planning & Design specialise in?
Northern Planning & Design lists specialist services including Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Building Design, Complete Kitchen Renovation, Custom Build Homes, Design Consultation. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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