David Lock Associates Ltd

How to level up strategic planning policy! In May 2022 the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill included an option for local authorities to jointly prepare Spatial Development Strategies, now the Bill has become an Act, the #Government need to make amendments to the #NPPF to build an appropriate framework and national policy to steer and incentivise SDSs. We’ve looked at sections from the December 2023 NPPF that relate to plan-making, and given our view of what needs to be considered and amended in the wider review of the NPPF to come. Read what we think in our recent #blog here: https://lnkd.in/eKde6eBy #townplanning #levellingup #localplan #sustainabledevelopment #planmaking #development #housing #planning #nationalpolicy

We were delighted to receive unanimous support yesterday at Fareham Borough Council’s #Planning Committee for the Village Centre at #Welborne, for our client Buckland Development Limited. The #village centre is fundamental to the Welborne vision, allowing the heart of the new #community to be established as early as possible, contributing hugely to the creation of Welborne as a place rather than just a collection of #homes.

We're really excited to be involved in this Women in Planning South Midlands event! More details and sign up link are in the post below. #MiltonKeynes #TownPlanning #MK #Masterplanning

✊ 🥕 From using food as a catalyst for social transformation to sharing anarchist perspectives on the built environment, this blog spotlights the 14 recipients of the Ebenezer Howard Memorial Medal and their unique contributions to the planning sector. 🗨️ https://lnkd.in/gP3zBbJR #GardenCities #GardenCityPrinciples #EbenezerHoward

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve received planning approval for this beautiful house! 🎉 This is a significant milestone in our project, achieved through teamwork and dedication. Situated on the edge of a quaint settlement, in an area designated as open countryside, this project required a meticulous approach. We worked closely with the Local Authority to ensure our proposal was just right, and we’re delighted that it received their support. With planning approval in hand, we’re now gearing up for the pre-construction phase. Stay tuned for more updates as we bring this vision to life! 🌟🔨 Architect – V4 Architects Ltd Planning Consultant - David Lock Associates Ltd Builder & Cost Advisor - Level Up Developments #PlanningApproved #MilestoneAchieved #TeamWork #CountrysideLiving #ConstructionJourney #HomeExpansion #ArchitecturalDesign #DreamHome #V4architects #Planningapproval #architecture #architecturedesign #renovation #buildingextension

We are delighted to announce some #promotions within our team! Tanya Cosford has been promoted to Senior Associate, while Gaby Medforth, Katrina H. and Rukaiya Umaru have all progressed to Associate. Congratulations all! https://lnkd.in/etHTmV4J #TownPlanning #MiltonKeynes #PlanningJobs #Progression #TeamSuccess

We are delighted to have supported Girl Pack and their school initiative this term! Seeing their growth and the impactful work they do with #schools, services, and #communities across #MiltonKeynes has been inspiring, and we're grateful to have had the opportunity to contribute towards their efforts in various ways over the years. You can read more about the #charity and work they do here: https://www.girlpack.org/

We're delighted to announce that Leila Mann MRTPI, Riaan Louw and Hamish Kilford-Brown have recently joined us at David Lock Associates, strengthening and growing our #Planning and #UrbanDesign team! For more details, head to our website: https://lnkd.in/e5e-zxCf #NewStarters #PlanningJobs #InnovativeDesign #London #MiltonKeynes #TeamGrowth

Some good news for the end of the week! We are delighted to have been shortlisted with the team at Baytree Logistics Properties, for the Royal Town Planning Institute West Midlands #Awards for Planning Excellence, in the ‘Best Project’ category for Baytree Nuneaton. It's been great to work on this innovative and #sustainable #logistics hub and to see the development recognised, you can read more about the site on our website: https://lnkd.in/eH7wwhkh #RTPIAwards2024 #PlanningAwards #LogisticsHub #AwardsSeason #BREEAM #Development

We are very pleased to share that Aya Mohamed has been #shortlisted for Young Planner of the Year at the Royal Town Planning Institute's South East #Awards for Planning Excellence 2024! Aya is a #Planner at David Lock Associates, and started her career with us in 2021. Her contributions to projects, involvement with #mentoring and work with our #Charity and Communities Group have been significant, and we're delighted that Aya’s work here and beyond has been recognised by the #RTPI. We wish her the best of luck! https://lnkd.in/ejbCpmfC #YoungPlanner #TownPlanning #MiltonKeynes #Awards #AwardSeason #Progression