Discount Plans Ltd
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"I couldn’t recommend John from Discounts plans enough! From start to finish, he’s been incredibly helpful, professional, and kind. He supported me through every step — from architectural drawings to planning permission and building regulations — and made what could’ve been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. His customer service is genuinely 10/10; he was always patient, informative, and easy to communicate with. I truly felt like I was in good hands, and I’m so grateful for everything he’s done. Thank you for making such a big difference!"
"I received building regulation drawings from Discount Plans and was thoroughly impressed by the level of detail. It was clear they had invested significant time and effort into preparing the drawings, despite their fees being much more affordable than other architects in London. Thanks to their expertise, I successfully obtained planning permission for a loft conversion on the first attempt. I am extremely pleased with their work and would like to extend a big thank you to John and his talented team for their professionalism and dedication!"
"It’s hard to come across suppliers who are knowledgeable, honest, quick to respond and fairly priced, but that’s exactly what you get with John. I have worked with him since 2017 on a number of projects, ranging from loft and garage conversions, to double storey extensions. For each he helped me realise my vision where possible, while offering pragmatic alternatives when course corrections were required. His team handled the planning process smoothly, and quickly turned things around when it came to structural calculations, registering with building control, etc. He’s been more than fair when it comes to follow on tweaks or assisting my builders when works are in progress. I’d highly recommend John and Discount Plans Ltd, thanks again for the exemplary service"
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DPL created the for our property renovation, for both planning and building control. We're through the planning process now and just awaiting to submit everything to building control. They've always been responsive, with a quick turn around. Thank you.
I couldn’t recommend John from Discounts plans enough! From start to finish, he’s been incredibly helpful, professional, and kind. He supported me through every step — from architectural drawings to planning permission and building regulations — and made what could’ve been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. His customer service is genuinely 10/10; he was always patient, informative, and easy to communicate with. I truly felt like I was in good hands, and I’m so grateful for everything he’s done. Thank you for making such a big difference!
John was very professional and drawings was successfully submitted to building control.
I received building regulation drawings from Discount Plans and was thoroughly impressed by the level of detail. It was clear they had invested significant time and effort into preparing the drawings, despite their fees being much more affordable than other architects in London. Thanks to their expertise, I successfully obtained planning permission for a loft conversion on the first attempt. I am extremely pleased with their work and would like to extend a big thank you to John and his talented team for their professionalism and dedication!
It’s hard to come across suppliers who are knowledgeable, honest, quick to respond and fairly priced, but that’s exactly what you get with John. I have worked with him since 2017 on a number of projects, ranging from loft and garage conversions, to double storey extensions. For each he helped me realise my vision where possible, while offering pragmatic alternatives when course corrections were required. His team handled the planning process smoothly, and quickly turned things around when it came to structural calculations, registering with building control, etc. He’s been more than fair when it comes to follow on tweaks or assisting my builders when works are in progress. I’d highly recommend John and Discount Plans Ltd, thanks again for the exemplary service
I’ve used John and his team so many times I can’t remember, he’s meticulous with his work and knows all the regulations so when submission comes to the local planning authority it’s almost guaranteed that it will pass. If you’re looking for a competitive solution to your building needs he’s your man. I don’t go anywhere else
Reasonable punctual Friendly professional all the necessary qualities what one professional should have I have been working for 15 years I’ve never had any trouble or any misunderstanding. Happy to refer at any future projects as I always do
John assisted us of detailed floor plans of a single storey rear extension and I could not be as grateful as just within a weeks plans where drawn up and passed by building control. We can highly recommend using Discount Plans Ltd if you are in need of there architectural services.
Have worked with John for my building application for a loft and rear extension. John works tirelessly to ensure a smooth process through planning, and building. This was my first time i have gone through the planning process, and i am glad i did it with John who's knowledge has made me feel at ease at every stage in the planning/building process. His prices are reasonable and he is very knowledgeable in the trade.
Discount Plans Ltd were recommended to us by our neighbour that used them. John was very patient in explaining the processes throughout the long journey we experienced, from obtaining Planning Permission to registering for Building Control to starting our project. Party Wall London dealt with all party wall matters, and Clio was very helpful and knowledgeable. We highly recommend DPL to anyone needing architectural or structural design work.
We have appointed Discount Plans Ltd to help us plan a small highly glazed extension. They have produced plans, building regulations drawings and structural calculations and recommended other professionals. We obtained lawful development certificate very quickly. We were advised by John throughout the process, he is very knowledgeable and helpful, his advice is practical and the fee is reasonable. We highly recommend them.
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