Development Management Team (Planning)

Executive summary from entrant:

 The Be First Development Management team has consistently been the joint highest-performing planning authority for on-time decisions in the country for four consecutive years. Their exceptional speed and efficiency in decision-making is supported by an appeal dismissal rate above the national average. The team handles some of the largest strategic sites in the country, significantly contributing to addressing the housing crisis and delivering affordable housing. Their continuous improvement projects, innovative practices, and unique pyramidal team structure foster confidence and efficiency in the planning service. The team’s efforts are transformative, uplifting one of the UK's poorest boroughs.