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Introduction: New Planning Reforms and Criticism
Overview of the recent planning reforms and the government's proposal for allocating housing targets among local authorities.
The Government's 'Levelling Up' Promise
Discussion on how the government's "levelling up" promise is now under scrutiny due to the planning reforms.
Impact of the New Algorithm on Housing Development
Analysis of the planning consultancy Lichfields' findings on how the new algorithm is affecting where housing is developed.
The Imbalance Between Suburbs and Urban Areas
Explanation of how the algorithm focuses more on suburbs and the countryside rather than towns and cities with available brownfield land.
Potential Decline in Housing in Northern Cities
Case studies from cities like Leicester, Nottingham, and Liverpool that show potential declines in housing development in urban areas.
The Need for Scrutiny and Better Planning
A call to carefully scrutinize the new algorithm and its potential risks, alongside the need for more strategic planning.
Meet our Expert Property Commentators
Mary-Anne Bowring FTPI FRICS FARLA FCABE Founder/Head of Asset Management
Strategic partnerships, holistic delivery/ opportunities, growth, value engineering, thought leadership
Ian Barber MD BTR Mobilisation & Leasing
Runs HQ & site lease-up teams. Drives rent pricing, mobilisation, marketing, happy residents!
Jon Curtis MRICS Head of Building Engineering
Chartered Building Surveyor. Lectures on EWS1 & building safety. Runs CapEx programmes.
Kate Robinson MTPI MD Blocks/FM Management (London Region)
Master plan setup, ops and staffing and resident engagement. ISO45001 champion.
Lee Harle Partner Ringley Law
Plot conveyancing. Debt litigation. Group Company Secretary.
Anthony Kingdon MIRPM AssocRICS MD Blocks/FM Management (North Region)
Stakeholder engagement. Mixed tenure specialist. Budget management. Plant audit, PPM compliance.
Chris Georgalis MRICS Head of Commercial Valuation
Chartered Valuer. Rental valuations: retail, leisure. IRR modelling and valuations for secured lending. Compulsory purchase & rent reviews
Nichola Pughe MRICS Head of Residential Valuation
Chartered Valuer. Rental development & mixed use valuations, IRR modelling. Leasehold enfranchisement specialist
Natalie Birmingham Helpdesk Support Manager
Trainer & Helpdesk Manager: people, systems,contractors. ISO45001 supply chain accreditation.
Steve Norman Planning Director
Land due diligence (opportunities & constraints) Has contributed to a number of award winning schemes.
