Hedley Planning is an independent consultancy, specialising in securing planning consents for a wide range of development projects across the UK.

We are passionate about shaping the spaces and places where we live, work and relax.

MEET THE TEAM

Every member of the team brings their individual skill set and considerable technical expertise. This ensures we offer clients the complete package of services and experience to deliver successful project outcomes.

Sean Hedley
Sean HedleyManaging Director
M: 07725 834 338

Sean founded Hedley Planning Services in 2012 and has since grown the company to become an established leading consultancy. Sean qualified as a member of the RTPI in 1996, having been awarded BA (Hons) and Diploma in Town & Country Planning from Newcastle University in 1994. Sean has over 25 years’ planning experience in both the public and private sectors. He acts for a wide range of clients, promoting land and property interests through the planning system. He has expertise in preparing planning strategies and submissions for large scale residential schemes, commercial/industrial development and forward planning. Sean also specialises in Compulsory Purchase, distressed asset advice and due diligence reports. He is an experienced Expert Witness at Planning Inquiries, Examinations in Public and Informal Hearings.

Joe Ridgeon
Joe RidgeonDirector
M: 07879 674 320

Joe is a Director at Hedley Planning Services and is a member of the RTPI. He has worked in Planning since 2007 in both the public and private sectors. He specialises in residential development schemes across the north of England, with experience including obtaining planning permission for a range of developments including mixed-use development, major commercial, retail, leisure and tourist projects; preparing site appraisals; engaging in the Development Plan process to promote land, including making representations at Examinations in Public; and, advising in relation to highways issues including road closures, Local Plan Examinations and development appraisals.

Rebecca Hedley
Rebecca HedleyOffice Manager
M: 07931 337 854

Rebecca works as the Office Manager for Hedley Planning Services, having a 20+ year career in various roles within large private practice property firms in both Yorkshire and the North East. She currently oversees all aspects of the functionality of the offices ensuring their smooth running. She also provides secretarial support to all planners in both offices. In her spare time, she is a keen runner, cyclist, swimmer and cook. She has previously managed a national company car portfolio, held a senior PA role and worked as a residential property manager.

Cath Hedley
Cath HedleySenior Researcher
M: 07887 752 544

Catherine is the Senior Researcher at Hedley Planning. She is responsible for understanding site histories, designations and policy context. She has over 30 years’ experience working for local government as IT technical support and network engineering, later specialising in GIS systems. Cath ensures that the office runs smoothly.

Alexander Franklin
Alexander FranklinSenior Planner
M: 07961 233 385

Alex is a Senior Planner at Hedley Planning Services. He is a chartered member of the RTPI, graduating from Newcastle University with a Masters in Town Planning. He has experience in preparing planning applications and supporting planning statements having previously obtained work experience at a national planning consultancy. Alex works on a wide range of planning instructions and has a good understanding of a number of different elements of the planning system. He has worked on minor and major instructions, preparing detailed supporting statements and submission of all documents for the application.

Mollie Cubbin
Mollie CubbinPlanner
M: 07931 154 472

Mollie is currently undertaking a year out placement with Hedley Planning Services as part of her Master of Planning (MPlan) Degree at Newcastle University. With the aim of becoming a Chartered Planner, Mollie has been gaining experience on a wide range of projects, including wind turbines and residential developments, and different types of applications, such as Full, Reserved Matters and Certificates of Lawfulness.

Sunny Howd
Sunny HowdPlanner
M: 074944 42152

Sunny is a Planner at Hedley Planning Services. He is currently working towards becoming a chartered member of the RTPI, graduating from Newcastle University with a BA in Architecture and Urban Planning and an MSc in Urban Planning specialising in Regeneration. Sunny has experience in a range of different planning applications such as Renewables, Residential Development and Certificates of Lawfulness. Sunny continues to assist on both minor and major applications.

OUR APPROACH

At the root of our approach is a strong commercial awareness of the property industry and detailed understanding of how the planning system works.

We identify and present planning arguments and evidence whilst positively representing our clients with the aim of ensuring their objectives are met. We pride ourselves on offering objective and realistic advice, honestly telling clients what they need to hear. We offer a responsive and flexible service which can adapt to changing situations and requirements.

Equally, we will always consider costs and pride ourselves on our reputation of offering expert added value.