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London, England, United Kingdom

• Led pre-application consultations for the subdivision of plots to create new dwellings and extensions of various scales. Provided expert advice and guidance to applicants, ensuring proposals aligned with local planning policies and statutory regulations.• Presented the LPA's position and defended decisions in appeal cases related to changes of use class, particularly from Use Class C3 to C2, by drafting comprehensive statements of case and representing the authority’s stance before… Show more • Led pre-application consultations for the subdivision of plots to create new dwellings and extensions of various scales. Provided expert advice and guidance to applicants, ensuring proposals aligned with local planning policies and statutory regulations.• Presented the LPA's position and defended decisions in appeal cases related to changes of use class, particularly from Use Class C3 to C2, by drafting comprehensive statements of case and representing the authority’s stance before the Planning Inspectorate.• Evaluated and determined full planning applications for diverse developments, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), outbuildings, granny annexes, and changes of use to takeaway (sui generis) as well as plant installations. Ensured all applications adhered to the LPA’s planning policies and guidelines.• Assessed and issued decisions on householder applications for various types of extensions, front porches, loft conversions, outbuildings, and the formation of vehicular crossovers. Ensured compliance with planning policies, design standards, and local plan.• Scrutinised and determined the lawfulness of permitted development proposals under Classes A to E of the General Permitted Development Order, including additions and alterations, various types of extensions and loft conversions; and changes of use under the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended), as well as operating offices for private hire vehicles.• Coordinated the discharge of planning conditions, including conditions related to cycle and refuse storage, landscaping, external materials and CO2 emissions reduction. Ensured all conditions were met in line with the LPA’s policies.• Reviewed and processed non-material amendment applications, addressing changes such as modifications to roof forms, realignment of fenestration, and the repositioning of extensions. Ensured adjustments were in accordance with the approved planning permissions. Show less

Hong Kong

• Strong Research and Strategic Planning Skills:Conducted a comprehensive review of 1,342 industrial buildings and assessed 209 conversion and redevelopment applications. Offered valuable insights into industrial area transformation and government-led revitalisation schemes. Additionally, contributed to report design and typesetting, earning the trust and respect of team peers.• Expertise in Development Planning and Collaboration:Developed a feasible implementation strategy with… Show more • Strong Research and Strategic Planning Skills:Conducted a comprehensive review of 1,342 industrial buildings and assessed 209 conversion and redevelopment applications. Offered valuable insights into industrial area transformation and government-led revitalisation schemes. Additionally, contributed to report design and typesetting, earning the trust and respect of team peers.• Expertise in Development Planning and Collaboration:Developed a feasible implementation strategy with multi-disciplinary professionals transforming a 5-hectare brownfield site into a public housing development. This initiative resulted in the creation of more than 3,000 affordable housing units and essential community infrastructure facilities.• Effective Project Management and Report-writing Skills:Led two thorough reviews on 21 vacant school premises within a challenging 4-month timeframe, contributing to their successful repurposing for residential, educational, and social welfare purposes.• Proficient Data Management and Coordination:Maintained an updated database of 256 vacant school sites. Facilitated transparent communication through press releases and provided over 100 guidance and advice to government departments, the Ombudsman, and the public. Show less

Hong Kong

Responsible for the Central District (major business district) and Chai Wan (residential/industrial area of 173,000 population).• Expertise in Plan-making:Led four rounds of plan amendments across three planning areas in five years. I enabled the development of an ambulance depot, a public columbarium, three public housing estates and one government staff quarters delivering over 3,000 affordable units.• Proficient Project Management and Leadership:Managed a diverse… Show more Responsible for the Central District (major business district) and Chai Wan (residential/industrial area of 173,000 population).• Expertise in Plan-making:Led four rounds of plan amendments across three planning areas in five years. I enabled the development of an ambulance depot, a public columbarium, three public housing estates and one government staff quarters delivering over 3,000 affordable units.• Proficient Project Management and Leadership:Managed a diverse caseload of planning applications and provided timely support to senior colleagues. Successfully facilitated changing of uses from industrial to commercial, establishing shops and public facilities at public piers, a temple along a hiking trail in the Green Belt zone, and converting a temporary works area into Government staff quarters.• Thorough Development Management Services:Delivered effective and responsive services through reviewing over 400 building plans, lease conditions, food business, and school license submissions, ensuring their compliance with prevailing planning policies and professional standards.• Competent in Customer Care:Built trust in the community by conducting pre-application consultation sessions and addressing more than 300 verbal and written inquiries related to planning policies, legislation, and development proposals from diverse stakeholders.• Supervision of Graduate Planners:Provided essential guidance and support to four graduate planners over five years, facilitated their journeys to becoming successful chartered planners. Show less

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

Experience in development control, plan preparation, territorial and local planning research through rotation in three offices.• Development Management and Public Administration:I assisted in district planning and development control for urban and urban fringe areas in Tuen Mun and Yuen Long East. I contributed to the amendment of Tuen Mun Outline Zoning Plan including public consultation and inter-departmental conferences; handled applications for planning permission and amendment… Show more Experience in development control, plan preparation, territorial and local planning research through rotation in three offices.• Development Management and Public Administration:I assisted in district planning and development control for urban and urban fringe areas in Tuen Mun and Yuen Long East. I contributed to the amendment of Tuen Mun Outline Zoning Plan including public consultation and inter-departmental conferences; handled applications for planning permission and amendment of plans. Development control duties including on-site inspection to confirm the compliance of planning approval conditions, reviewing building plans, land leases, small house and licence applications, and addressing planning enquiries/complaints.• Strategic Planning and Research Skills:I assisted in two research studies, 2014 Area Assessments of Industrial Land – Responsible for data compilation from the survey of 1,448 industrial buildings in 75 zoning areas, and data analysis on the distribution and transformation of industrial buildings and industrial land. Planning & Design Study on the Redevelopment of Government Sites at Sai Yee Street & Mong Kok East Station – Provided planning comments and prepared internal briefings on the Study. Show less

Hong Kong

Master Of Science, International Planning

Bachelor Of Science, Surveying

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