I want to object to a planning application - but I don't want to fall out with the applicant!

What should I do?

Most planning authorities will consider any special circumstance relating to keeping personal details sensitive.  For example, in this case, where there is action being taken by one or other of the people involved / affected - the identity and address of the objector can be kept secret from the applicant and off the public record...

Needless to say, the best way of achieving this with cast iron certainty is to utilise the services of a third party (like IObject.co.uk).  Needless to say we will do this for you - just let us know when you contact us with application details.

The other thing to consider is whether your objection will stick out like a sore thumb - if this is the case (and circumstances allow), a campaign strategy to involve other would be objectors will serve you well.  Again this is something that we provide as a matter of course within our services.

Ultimately the best line of defensive action is to talk to the applicant... there may be things that they hadn't take into account - and they may be prepared to change their proposal / design.  A cuppa and a friendly discussion is always the best first approach... Although regrettably this isn't always possible.