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Planning challenges in home building – A regional perspective

28 November, 2025 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Friday 28 November, 11am to 12.30pm

Join the Home Builders Federation’s regional planning team for an in-depth look at the planning issues shaping home building at both the local and regional levels.

In this session, our regional planners – Rachel Daneman, Mark Behrendt, Chris Martin, and Director for Cities James Stevens – will share their insights on:

  • Current trends emerging in Local Plans
  • Common challenges arising across regions
  • The impact of national planning policy on home building delivery at a regional level

Chaired by Planning Director Catherine Williams, the session will provide an opportunity for you to put your questions directly to the planning team and gain a valuable perspective on the future of housing development in your area.

Speakers

  • James Stevens, Director for Cities
  • Rachel Danemann, Regional Planning Manager at HBF
  • Mark Behredt, Regional Planning Manager at HBF – South East and East
  • Chris Martin, Regional Planning Manager at HBF – North West, North East, Yorkshire

For questions or more information, please contact comms@hbf.co.uk