Ted Rainford MRTPI

• Lead and managed medium and large scale outline and detailed planning application for residential and commercial projects across London and the Home Counties.
• Production of Planning Site Appraisals and informing Land Buyers and Land Managers on suitable sites for development.
• Ensured adherence to budget constraints, contributing to financial stability of projects and managing project cost forecasts.
• Instructed and managed a team of high quality consultants to deliver our key short term and long term development projects.
• Fostered positive relationships with stakeholders to secure future collaborations.
• Analysis of planning legislation changes resulting in a streamlined planning process through Permitted Development Opportunities.

• Led, managed, and supported on a range of medium and large scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across London.
• Improved project efficiency by developing detailed work plans.
• Led stakeholder meetings to align on project goals and timelines.
• Streamlined processes with application of advanced planning tools.
• Led and managed pre-application engagement with Councils, Committee Members, Neighbourhood Groups, and key influential individuals.

Key projects across London include:

• Dollis Hill. Wembley: 1,500 flats (35% affordable) + Mixed-uses.
• Crescent House, Wembley: 350 flats (35% affordable) + Commercial.
• Stratford Gasworks, Stratford: 230 flats and houses.
• Rotherhithe Reach, Southwark: 161 flats and houses.
• The Other House Hotel, Westminster: 200 room luxury hotel + facilities.

• Conducted regular progress reviews, maintaining alignment with project objectives.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, enhancing workflow efficiency.
• Production of Planning Statements and planning applications for London-based projects.
• Presented urban designs using quantitative and qualitative information.
• Completed key planning policy and legislation reviews to ensure development compliance.
• Promoted team collaboration to ensure timely project completion.

Key project focus: Palace of Westminster (Houses of Parliament)

• Created and led public consultation for development projects.
• Embedded developer and community relationships.
• Oversaw the developer to community delivery of planning and public benefits.
• Secured strong stakeholder engagement.