About ViaPlan
Specialist Planning & Highways Support for Local Authorities
ViaPlan is a specialist planning and highways consultancy supporting local authorities across England.
Established in response to increasing capacity pressures, technical demands & resource challenges facing councils. ViaPlan provides senior-level support focused on practical delivery, clear accountability & efficient outcomes.
Our work is grounded in public sector values, including responsibility, accuracy, integrity & professional communication. We specialise in planning & highways work, helping Councils progress complex matters, clear backlogs & deal with recruitment constraints.
Leadership
Aisha Khawar
Founder & CEO
ViaPlan is led by Aisha Khawar, who personally delivers & oversees all work.
With more than 20 years of in-house local authority experience in planning and highways, Aisha brings a detailed understanding of council processes, governance requirements and operational pressures. Her experience enables ViaPlan to provide trusted, consistent & high-quality support across complex planning & highways matters.
By working directly with clients, Aisha ensures clear accountability, responsive communication & practical solutions that support councils in achieving timely and effective outcomes.
ViaPlan works as an extension of Council teams, integrating smoothly into existing processes & providing reliable professional support where additional capacity or specialist expertise is required.
Our approach is:
Calm & solutions-focused
Pragmatic & efficient
Council-centred
Professionally accountable
Focused on visible progress and practical outcomes
Reducing backlog & complaints
Saving time & meeting the budget constraints
Supporting Local Authorities
Why Councils Choose ViaPlan
Senior expertise delivered directly by the Founder
Free drafting service
No conflicts of interest. We work exclusively for councils
Defined responsibility and clear accountability
Fast, pragmatic delivery tailored to council pressures
Strong alignment with public sector values and conduct
At ViaPlan, we pride ourselves on being Reliable, Responsive, & Reputable!
Our Specialist Areas
Drafting Planning & Highways Agreements
Professional advice and guidance
Training & template support
Backlog clearance
Streamline processes
Local Authority Support
Councils trust us because we communicate clearly, act quickly, & consistently deliver high‑quality work. Our streamlined processes ensure services are delivered without unnecessary delays, while our commitment to responsiveness means clients always feel supported, informed, & prioritised.
ViaPlan ensures every Council we work with receives solutions that are practical, dependable, & aligned with their priorities!