Business Details
Expert Chartered Surveyors for Planning & Development in Anglesey
E R W Consulting is a specialist planning and development consultancy led by a senior Chartered Surveyor with 50 years of experience in contentious planning matters, expert evidence provision, and property litigation. Our founder combines dual qualifications as a Chartered Town Planner and a legal expert with a Master of Laws in Advanced Commercial Property Law and a Masters in Town and Country Planning. We specialise in overcoming complex planning challenges through assertive advocacy, including planning appeals, enforcement defence, and expert witness testimony in civil courts. Accredited by Cardiff University Law School as an Expert Witness, we serve a diverse client base ranging from developers and landed estates to legal professionals and religious organisations.Our approach integrates forensic legal analysis with practical planning expertise to achieve successful outcomes for clients across Wales and beyond. With a network of associate professionals in architecture, engineering, and environmental disciplines, we deliver comprehensive solutions to intricate property and development issues. Our track record includes numerous successful planning permissions, certificates of lawfulness, and heritage impact assessments, reflecting our deep understanding of planning law and policy frameworks.
Services
Planning Applications
Planning Appeals
Expert Witness Services
Development Impact Assessments
Heritage Impact Assessments
Certificate of Lawfulness
Enforcement Defence
Planning Policy Advice
Highlights and features
- 50 years of combined experience in planning and property law
- Dual qualifications as Chartered Surveyor and Town Planner
- Accredited Expert Witness by Cardiff University Law School
- Proven success in complex planning appeals and litigation
- Extensive network of professional associates in related disciplines
Associations and certifications
- Cardiff University Law School
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (FRICS)
Services
Planning Applications
We prepare and submit planning applications for new builds, conversions, and land-use changes. Our expertise includes navigating complex policies, securing permissions for agricultural dwellings, and addressing heritage constraints. With deep knowledge of Welsh planning frameworks, we ensure compliance while maximising development potential.
Planning Appeals
Our team represents clients in planning appeals, public inquiries, and hearings. We craft compelling written representations and provide oral advocacy to challenge refusals or disputes. Our success rate reflects strategic legal arguments and thorough evidence preparation aligned with policy requirements.
Expert Witness Services
As an accredited Expert Witness by Cardiff University Law School, we provide independent evidence in property litigation. Our testimony addresses planning lawfulness, development impacts, and compliance issues, supporting clients in civil court proceedings with authoritative, court-compliant analysis.
Certificate of Lawfulness
We secure certificates confirming existing uses comply with planning regulations. This includes reviving dormant permissions or negating agricultural occupancy conditions. Our approach ensures legal certainty for clients facing enforcement actions or seeking property transactions.
Heritage Impact Assessments
We conduct detailed assessments for listed buildings and conservation areas. Our reports evaluate development impacts on heritage assets, balancing preservation with modernisation needs. These assessments support planning applications and address Welsh Government sustainability and cultural heritage requirements.
People
Elfed R. Williams
Senior Chartered Surveyor
With 50 years of experience, Elfed combines dual Masters degrees in property law and town planning. A former Chartered Town Planner and accredited Expert Witness, he specialises in contentious planning and property litigation across Wales.
Questions
What planning services does ERW Consulting offer?
We provide planning applications, appeals, enforcement defence, certificates of lawfulness, heritage impact assessments, and expert witness services for property litigation.
How does ERW Consulting handle complex planning cases?
Our approach combines legal expertise with planning consultancy, using forensic analysis and advocacy to resolve contentious issues and achieve client objectives.
What areas does ERW Consulting operate in?
We primarily serve Anglesey, North Wales, Denbighshire, and Gwynedd, with experience across diverse geographical and heritage contexts.
Can ERW Consulting assist with heritage and conservation projects?
Yes, we specialise in heritage impact assessments and planning for Grade II listed buildings, chapels, and historic sites.
What qualifications does the lead consultant hold?
Our lead consultant holds dual Masters degrees in property law and town planning, is a Chartered Surveyor, and is accredited as an Expert Witness.
