Halford Jones Architecture – Leicester & London Architects
We are Halford Jones Architecture, a CIAT Chartered Practice helping you get planning permission and building regulations approval for extensions, loft and garage conversions, new build houses and commercial projects across Leicester, Leicestershire and London.
What is Halford Jones Architecture?
Halford Jones Architecture is an architectural practice formed to give homeowners a simple, cost-effective service for planning permission and building regulations approval on all types of residential and commercial projects.
We cover single and double storey house extensions, loft conversions, new build houses, and commercial, industrial and retail extensions. Our varied portfolio is backed by a high level of client satisfaction, and we stay with you from first sketch to final approval.
What architectural services do we offer?
We provide everything you need to take your project from idea to approved drawings.
Planning & applications
- Planning permission drawings & applications
- Permitted development advice
- Design & access statements
Building regulations
- Building regulation drawings
- Building control applications
- Compliance certificates
Project management & technical services
- Liaison with planning departments and application tracking
- Structural calculations coordination
- Building surveys & assessments
How does our process work?
Your project follows a clear step-by-step journey from consultation to final approval.
- Free consultation
- Detailed site survey & client brief
- Architectural drawing process
- Complete planning drawings
- Submit planning drawings
- Building regulations
- Client approves building regulations drawings
- Submit building regulations drawings
- Building regulations approval granted
Frequently asked questions
How long does the planning permission process take?
Planning permission typically takes 8–13 weeks from submission to decision, depending on the complexity of your project and the local authority's workload. We handle all communication with the planning department and keep you updated throughout.
What is the difference between planning permission and building regulations?
Planning permission is about what you can build and how it affects the area, while Building Regulations ensure the building is safe and meets technical standards. Most projects need both, and we handle both applications for you.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Leicester, Leicestershire and surrounding areas, with selected projects in London. Our local knowledge of planning requirements helps your project gain approval smoothly.
Can you help with previously refused applications?
Yes. We have extensive experience with complex applications and resubmissions, built on thorough preparation and strong relationships with planning departments.
Latest guides from our blog
- Victorian House Extensions in Leicester: Complete Guide
- Modern Loft Conversions: Leicester Planning Permission Guide
- London Building Regulations: What Homeowners Need to Know
- Conservation Area Extensions in Central London
- Party Wall Agreements: Leicester Property Owner's Guide
Read more advice on our architecture blog, see what clients say on our testimonials page, or check guidance from the Planning Portal and GOV.UK building regulations.
Key takeaways
- Practice
- Halford Jones Architecture Ltd – CIAT Chartered Practice
- Areas
- Leicester, Leicestershire and London
- Planning timescale
- Typically 8–13 weeks
- Process
- 9 stages from free consultation to building regulations approval