Commonly Asked Questions
Objecting to a planning application can help protect your property, amenity, or the character of your area — but objections must be grounded in planning policy to carry weight. Rubix Planning prepares professional, targeted letters that focus on material considerations, not personal preferences.
Why submit a planning objection and when is it justified?
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Effective objections are concise, policy-based, and supported by evidence. Rubix identifies relevant planning policies, local context, and technical impacts — such as overlooking, overshadowing, parking stress, or harm to heritage assets — and sets out the argument in a measured tone.
What makes a planning objection effective?
Anyone can comment on a planning application, but the decision will only consider issues that are relevant to planning — not private disputes or financial impact. Rubix ensures your concerns are framed in a way that planning officers are required to take into account.
Who can submit an objection and how is it considered?
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Yes — particularly for applications that are finely balanced or where policy is open to interpretation. Rubix objections are more than formality; they are structured to highlight legal and policy inconsistencies and raise legitimate planning concerns that cannot be easily ignored.
Can a professional objection make a real difference?
Objections must usually be submitted within 21 days of the application being validated. Rubix Planning monitors key dates and prepares your objection swiftly, ensuring you don’t miss the opportunity to influence the outcome.
What is the process and timing for submitting objections?
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We bring clarity, authority, and credibility to your position. Whether you’re a neighbour, residents’ group, or commercial landowner, Rubix presents your case in a professional format that engages planning officers and decision-makers — without becoming confrontational or emotional.
Why choose Rubix Planning to represent your concerns?
Why Choose Rubix Planning
Experience
Our Chartered Town Planners and Architectural Team expertly manage every stage of the planning process. With a proven track record across London and the South East, we ensure your project meets all statutory criteria, guiding you through complex planning submissions with precision and professionalism.
Integration
Rubix Planning offers a comprehensive range of planning and architectural services, preparing all necessary drawings and supporting statements to accompany your application. Our streamlined approach saves you time and effort, delivering tailored solutions that meet your unique project requirements.
Trust
Trust is central to everything we do. With clear, step-by-step guidance from initial engagement, we keep you informed and involved throughout the process. Our transparent approach and consistent results give you confidence, even with the most challenging planning applications.
Partnership
We partner with trusted professionals, including engineers, ecologists, and arboricultural consultants, to meet all technical and statutory requirements. These collaborations ensure your project benefits from expert input, with a unified strategy tailored to its specific needs for guaranteed success.
Objection Letters
Why Choose Rubix Planning?
At Rubix Planning, we combine deep policy expertise with practical design understanding to help you achieve planning success — whether you're extending a home, unlocking a development site, or responding to enforcement action. We don’t just submit forms — we provide strategy, clarity, and confidence at every step.
From honest feasibility advice to persuasive appeal submissions, our work is grounded in planning law, shaped by design experience, and focused entirely on your goals. We operate across London and the South East, with a proven track record of results across householder, commercial, and heritage projects.
🔹 Planning consultants who speak plainly and act strategically
🔹 Comprehensive planning services with architectural support
🔹 Experience across local authorities, appeal bodies, and heritage contexts
🔹 Clear communication, fixed fees, and honest guidance from start to finish
Get in touch today to discuss your project — and let’s make planning work for you.