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Developers

How We Work With Developers

We help developers identify the highest viable use, reduce planning risk and maximise scheme value — with feasibility-led strategy, full planning and technical delivery, and specialist support for HMO developers.

Maximising Development Potential, Minimising Planning Risk

Developers need more than drawings — they need a clear picture of what's achievable, what the planning risks are, and how to get from an empty or underperforming building to a profitable scheme.

We start by understanding your development goals and the site in front of you. Through feasibility, planning research and architectural design, we explore layouts, unit numbers and space allocation to maximise value while staying within planning and regulatory requirements.

From change of use and mixed-use schemes through to HMO developments and building control drawings, we give developers a single, reliable partner to help move projects forward with confidence.

How We Help

How We Work With Developers

Tailored support at every stage of your change-of-use and redevelopment projects.

Development Feasibility

We assess your site, budget and planning context to give you a clear picture of what's achievable — so you develop with confidence.

Change of Use Strategy

We identify the highest viable use and map the planning route — from residential and HMO to mixed-use and other alternatives.

Unit Numbers & Space Planning

Through feasibility and space planning, we explore layouts, unit numbers and space allocation to maximise your scheme's value.

Planning Risk Reduction

We review planning policy, site context and constraints to surface risks early and shape a robust submission strategy.

Full Planning & Technical Drawings

Planning, building control and technical drawings under one roof — coordinated delivery from strategy through to approval.

Nationwide Delivery

We submit to over 110 local authorities across England, Scotland and Wales — wherever your development sits.

HMO Developers

Specialist Support for HMO Developers

From single C4 properties to large Sui Generis HMOs, we help HMO developers navigate planning, licensing and compliance.

C4 & Sui Generis HMOs

Planning and design for both C4 (small HMOs) and Sui Generis (large HMOs) — whatever the scale of your scheme.

Article 4 Area Strategy

We navigate Article 4 directions where planning permission is required for C4 HMOs, building a robust case for approval.

Licensing-Compliant Layouts

We design layouts that meet HMO licensing requirements — room sizes, amenity space, kitchens and bathrooms.

Fire Safety & Compliance

Building control drawings covering fire safety, escape routes and separate provisions for HMO compliance.

Why Us

Why Choose Hosannahs?

A proven partner for change-of-use and redevelopment projects across the UK.

98% planning approval rate across 500+ projects
Feasibility-led approach focused on returns
Early identification of planning risk
Experience with change of use, HMO and mixed-use schemes
Full planning, design and technical drawings under one roof
A single, reliable partner from strategy to approval
98%

Planning Approval Rate

Our expertise means your application has the best possible chance of success.

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Process

How It Works

A straightforward journey from first call to planning approval.

1

Free Consultation

We discuss your development goals, target sites and strategy — no obligation, just honest advice.

2

Feasibility Assessment

We assess the site, its planning context and constraints to understand what's achievable.

3

Planning Strategy

We develop a planning and design strategy aimed at giving your proposal a robust basis for submission.

4

Drawings & Submission

We prepare all drawings and documents, submit the application and liaise with the council on your behalf.

5

Approval & Beyond

We support you through to approval and provide building control drawings for the build.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answer starts with understanding your building properly. Through feasibility and space planning, we explore how your property could be configured, what may be achievable and how to make better use of the available space while considering planning and regulatory requirements.

No one can guarantee planning approval — but we assess relevant planning policies, the site's context, constraints and planning history, then develop a planning and design strategy aimed at giving your proposal a robust basis for submission.

Yes. We provide specialist planning and design services for HMO developers, including C4 and Sui Generis HMOs, Article 4 areas, and licensing-compliant layouts. See the HMO Developers section below.

Yes. We submit to over 110 local authorities across England, Scotland and Wales — wherever your development sits.

Ready to Move Your Project Forward?

Book your free consultation today and let's discuss how we can help you unlock the potential of your property.