Which planning application dates should a project research log keep?
Keep council-record dates separate from your own research dates when tracking planning applications in England. This guide explains which dates are usually worth logging, why the “
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Practical guides to planning leads, growing a trade business, public contracts and property research. Written to help you take the next step.
How to avoid counting the same construction project twice in planning research
Build a simple project-versus-application record model for a small sales team using planning records, with a fictional example that keeps separate references, flags uncertain links
How to keep planning drawing revisions organised during lead research
Use a simple document register to track planning drawing revisions, preserve conflicting versions and prepare clarification questions without assuming approval or reuse rights.
Turn a planning register into a weekly project watchlist
Use a simple weekly routine to track planning applications, log changes, separate evidence from open questions and decide what to monitor, review again or archive.
A planning-lead qualification checklist for busy teams
Use a simple yes, monitor or decline checklist to qualify construction leads from planning records in England, with explicit rejection reasons, evidence notes and a fictional score
How to find construction leads from planning applications
Build a useful planning-lead shortlist: choose your area, check project fit, verify application details and record a clear next research step.
How builders can research local extension projects
A practical workflow for builders researching extension leads in England, from defining a service area to checking drawings and preparing useful questions.
A practical property research checklist using public records
Research a property in England and Wales using planning, title, sold-price and energy records, while keeping verified facts separate from assumptions.
How small construction firms can find public-sector tenders
Find relevant UK public-sector construction notices, distinguish buying stages and use a practical shortlist before investing time in a tender response.