No stone left unturned

Words Emily Pattullo

vUrbs planning services covers all aspects of regional and district planning throughout New Zealand. Their approach is to seek early involvement to identify any issues that might arise from the outset, which tends to saves time and money.

planning process, there are areas as a company that they are passionate about bringing forward to clients over and above just what is expected from a planning firm. Specifically, the level of engagement they have with everyone they work with, giving constant updates at each stage of the process so that clients are always kept informed. Managing Director, Vishal Chandra, says, “Get us involved at the start, during the early stages, to identify and offset any potential issues before money has been spent. We can set the scene for what is to come in the future, from environmental concerns to risk management.”

As a company they are at the forefront in their knowledge of how changes occur on land and therefore what clients can expect in the future. They work closely with local councils, feeding back to the client at every point as to what the processes are and what is and isn’t going to be acceptable. Their reach is nationwide but they pride themselves on their local knowledge, “We work all over the country,” says Vishal, “which means we know the economics, legalities, engineering and architecture involved in each area.”

Vishal has worked in the industry for 18 years, incorporating a diverse range of skills into a multifaceted role. Drawing from experience both within the government as well as private practice, he ensures that every aspect of a project is considered. “Our approach is to get a good understanding of what clients are trying to achieve and to identify risks and opportunities. Armed with this information, we agree on the scope of work, budget and timelines. This one-stop-shop service helps clients to find balanced solutions satisfying a diverse range of requirements, needs and interests.”

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