Experience

SPD STUDIO
• United Kingdom
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Associate Town Planner

  • Dec 2022 - Present


D3 Urban Planning

• United Kingdom
• Architecture and Planning

• Town Planning Consultant

  • Aug 2008 - Jul 2023

  Overall, my experience includes: Private sector planning strategy, pre-application site selection and feasibility studies for residential development, mixed use development and changes of use Local authority pre-application meetings and design review panels Local authority development management for complex minor and major residential developments up to 100 dwellings Section 106 and CIL negotiations Public and private sector appeal representation; written reps, hearings and inquiries Third party representations; private, public and non profit organizations Advisory role; local residents association in preparation of Local Neighbourhood Development Plans and consultation responses. Show less



Royal Borough of Greenwich

• United Kingdom
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Planner

  • Jan 2006 - Apr 2008

  Assessment of major schemes and large scale developments such as:The erection of over 20 Dwellings.The demolition and erection of new schools. Land use changes to ensure the effective use of industrial and brownfield sites. Negotiation of Section 106 legal agreements. Preparation of detailed delegated and committee reports on a consistent basis and within a fixed time period. Presentation of recommendations in a meeting of delegated powers attended by team members and the Chief Planner.The timely submission of written representation appeals. Show less

• Career Grade Planner

  • Jan 2004 - Jan 2006

  Throughout this time I actively engaged in a wide variety of work experience and was responsible for the assessment of:Residential extensions such as the total redevelopment of dwelling houses and conversions.An array of Lawful Development Certificates, retail, industrial and Listed Building applications ensured I developed a diverse range of skills. I worked closely with the Conservation and Enforcement Teams to gain a rounded knowledge of planning issues. Pre-application advice to members of the public both over the telephone and within a formal meeting environment.My studies and constant application assessment ensured that I was abreast of all policy and legislative issues, discussions and changes. Show less

• Planning Technician

  • Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  During this short period before being promoted to Career Grade Planner my responsibilities included:The vetting and validation of planning applications.The preparation of Power Point presentation for Area Planning Committees.Answering general planning enquiries both over the telephone and during informal meetings.