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Laura joined DHA in 2004 as part of our original Graduate intake. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree in Geography and Sports Science from Loughborough University, and an MA in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Westminster. She is also a member of the RTPI.
Over the years Laura has been involved in a vast range of projects, including various applications and appeals, with her area of expertise now within the education sector and public houses.
She leads the entire portfolio of the planning permission and highway license business for DHA, involving hundreds of Public House sites throughout the UK.
Some of Laura's recent projects include:
For the past 30 years, Laura has played hockey for Maidstone Hockey Club. However, she recently hung up her astros and has taken up running instead. She completed the London Marathon in April 2023 and the London Big Half in September 2023 and has plans to complete more races in the future.

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New legislation to require Councils to notify Government of refusals for major housing schemesNew legislation enabling the Secretary of State to be notified when local authorities intend to refuse planning applications for major housing developments of 150 homes or more is expected to come into force later this month.

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Celebrating 40 Years of DHA PlanningFor 40 years, DHA Planning has been shaping communities, delivering innovative planning, transport, and environmental solutions across the UK. From our beginnings in a small Maidstone office to becoming the South East’s largest independent consultancy, our focus has always been on creating high-quality, sustainable development that benefits clients, communities, and local authorities alike.
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