Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect personal information when you contact us or use our services. We are a UK‑based planning consultancy and we take your privacy seriously. We only collect the information necessary to provide planning advice and services, and we do not sell or share your data with third parties.
2. Who We Are
We are Kippen Ash Planning Consultants, a planning consultancy providing professional planning advice, planning statements, and support with planning applications and appeals. Contact: enquiries@kippenash.co.uk
3. Information We Collect
We collect only the information required to respond to your enquiry and deliver our services. This may include:
Your name and contact details
Site address and project information
Documents you provide in relation to your planning matter
Correspondence between you and us
We do not collect unnecessary personal data, and we do not use your information for marketing unless you explicitly request updates.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information solely for:
Responding to your enquiry
Preparing planning statements, reports and advice
Preparing, submitting and monitoring planning applications
Communicating with Local Planning Authorities on your behalf
Maintaining basic administrative records
We process personal data under the lawful basis of legitimate interests and contract, in line with UK GDPR.
5. Data Sharing
We do not share, sell or transfer your personal information to any third parties. The only exception is where information must be provided to a Local Planning Authority as part of a planning application or appeal, and this will always be with your knowledge.
6. Data Storage and Security
We store information securely using password‑protected systems. We retain information only for as long as necessary to fulfil our professional obligations or comply with legal requirements.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Request access to the personal data we hold
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)
Object to processing
Request data portability
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at enquiries@kippenash.co.uk.
8. Cookies and Website Use
Our website may use basic cookies for functionality. We do not use tracking cookies or analytics tools that collect personal data.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact: enquiries@kippenash.co.uk