KENT PLANNING CONSULTANCY
KENT PLANNING CONSULTANCY
ABOUT US
The team at Kent Planning Consultancy have a wealth of experience, providing services & solutions for all rural and urban based development needs and opportunities. We have a well-rounded background within the planning industry, having worked within the local planning authority, architectural design, planning consultancy and house building fields. Combining this expertise with a proactive, can-do approach means we are able to secure the very best development opportunities for our clients.
We undertake projects throughout Kent and East Sussex, offering a wide range of services covering residential, commercial, agricultural and equestrian planning and permitted development applications. Find out more about our services.
OUR PLANNING SERVICES
Kent Planning Consultancy (KPC) Ltd provides the following planning services and areas of expertise:
Development Appraisals and Planning Application Submissions across:
AGRICULTURAL
HOUSEHOLDER
EQUESTRIAN
Conversions, change of use, new structures and diversification projects
Home improvements, extensions & alterations to the home & associated buildings
New buildings, stable blocks, riding arenas or change of use
NEW RESIDENTIAL
COMMERCIAL
New builds, replacement dwellings as well as both minor & major developments
New builds & expansion of light & general industrial, offices, education, community and tourism facilities
We also offer many additional services including permitted development, lawful development, assistance with planning appeals, local plan submissions, listed & heritage building consent and much more.
OUR TEAM - EXPERTS IN OUR FIELD
BEN EAMES
DIRECTOR
SARAH WATERS
OFFICE MANAGER
Sarah is the friendly voice that you will hear at the end of the phone. As the Office Manager, she plays an integral role in connecting the practice to clients. She also deals with the administration at Kent Planning Consultancy and helps to ensure that the business is run smoothly.
Sarah has worked in both the construction industry and within home improvement, along with numerous other ventures that aid her in her role. She has used this experience to implement several systems to ensure the day to day running of the consultancy is as streamlined and efficient as possible.
Outside of work you can find Sarah buried in a book, painting, cooking or in a good country pub. She is passionate about heritage buildings and all things beautiful; from art and sculpture to literature and classic cars and the stunning countryside we are surrounded by.
ALICE BEEKEN
TOWN PLANNER
Alice joined the team at Kent Planning Consultancy, as a Town Planner in December 2022.
Alice obtained a first-class honours degree in Urban and Environmental Planning BA from London Southbank University, during her career as a planning officer at Kent County Council where she amassed almost 9 years of experience as a planning officer, in both development management and planning policy. She has always maintained a positive approach to planning for future development in her previous and current role.
She spends most of her free time with her two dogs, and loves travelling and visiting new places, especially cities.
KATE DRURY
TOWN PLANNER
Kate has amassed previous experience as a Town planner for a large international planning practice across London and the South-East and at Sevenoaks District Council.
Kate holds a BA (Hons) from Durham University in Geography and a MSc in International Planning and Development from Cardiff University giving her a strong academic foundation for sustainable urban development and spatial analysis. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Liverpool, with a focus on the intersection and implementation of urban planning and artificial intelligence. Kate is keen to implement what she is learning from her academic pursuits into real-world projects for Kent Planning Consultancy.
Outside of her job and academia, you can find Kate reading fantasy novels or at live music gigs enjoying her favourite artists