Our Pricing

A Fair, Transparent, and Accessible Pricing Approach

Since launching the ObjectNow objection platform, we have worked hard to keep costs as low as possible. Like many of the people we support, we are campaigners and volunteers ourselves, so we understand the realities of limited funding, limited time, and the reliance on unpaid effort. For that reason, there is never any charge to discuss a campaign, explain how the platform works, or provide general guidance. We believe communities should be able to explore their options without worrying about the cost of an initial conversation.

ObjectNow is operated on a cost-recovery basis rather than as a profit-making service. While our advice and ongoing guidance are provided freely wherever possible, work such as reviewing planning application documents, undertaking policy research, preparing foundation objection material, developing campaign-specific content, and building the technical platform requires significant time, expertise, and ongoing operational resources. These services are reflected in each campaign quotation where required.

Running and maintaining the platform also involves unavoidable costs, including software development, secure hosting, infrastructure, security, email delivery, data protection, ongoing maintenance, and the processing of potentially thousands of objection submissions. Although we have worked hard to absorb rising operational costs for as long as possible, we have unfortunately had to make a modest increase to our pricing to ensure the platform remains reliable, secure, and sustainable for future campaigns.

Every campaign is different. Planning applications vary considerably in scale, complexity, technical requirements, and the level of support required. Rather than offering fixed packages, we provide tailored quotations based on the work involved, ensuring campaign groups only pay for the services they actually need.

Typical Campaign Costs

Most ObjectNow campaigns cost around £300. This typically includes the campaign website, technical setup, secure hosting, campaign branding, email systems, platform maintenance throughout the consultation period, secure processing of objection submissions, and any campaign-specific work agreed before the project begins.

Every quotation represents the maximum amount payable. There are no hidden charges or unexpected fees, and the final invoice will never exceed the agreed quotation without prior approval. Because our pricing reflects the work actually undertaken, the final invoice is often lower than originally estimated where less work is ultimately required.

Working Within Campaign Budgets

We recognise that not every community campaign has access to funding, and we never want cost alone to discourage people from getting in touch. If a quotation is beyond what a campaign can realistically afford, we are always happy to discuss the available options.

Depending on the circumstances, this may involve making use of research already undertaken by the campaign, tailoring the scope of work, simplifying optional technical features, or identifying other practical ways to reduce costs without compromising the quality or reliability of the platform. Where our capacity allows, we may also be able to offer reduced-cost or pro bono support on a campaign-by-campaign basis.

Every campaign is considered individually. Our objective is always to find the most practical and affordable solution while ensuring the platform continues to operate to the high standard communities rely upon.

Clear Pricing. No Surprises.

All costs are discussed openly before any work begins and provided as a clear quotation setting out the agreed scope of work. The quoted amount is the maximum payable, there are no hidden fees or surprise increases, and you will never be charged more than the amount agreed in advance.

If funding is a concern, please don't let that prevent you from contacting us. We assess every campaign individually and will always do our best to find a fair, practical, and affordable solution. Our goal is to help communities participate in the planning process, not to create financial barriers to doing so.

A Typical ObjectNow Campaign Cost – Around £300

Most ObjectNow campaigns cost around £300, although every campaign is individually assessed and quoted based on the work required. This typically includes campaign setup, technical configuration, secure hosting, email systems, campaign branding, platform maintenance throughout the consultation period, and the secure processing of objection submissions. Where required, it can also include the preparation of campaign-specific foundation objection material and supporting content.

Please remember that where funding is limited, we will always try to work within a campaign's available budget wherever possible. Depending on capacity, reduced-cost or pro bono support may also be available. Our priority has always been helping communities make their voices heard, not creating barriers to participation.