RPP ROUND UP: SPRING 2024

Welcome…

To the first edition of our new newsletter!

Each quarter we’ll bring you a Round Up of news from across the RPP Group.  We’ll take a look at the latest industry ‘hot topics’, provide updates on projects and share what we’ve been up to across our offices.

We hope you enjoy the read!

Hot Topic: Multi-Story Sheds

We’ve been hearing buzz words like “Last Mile” and “Urban Logistics” spreading throughout the industrial and logistics market, but what is their impact on developments?

Driven by the imperative for quicker deliveries and a concerted effort by occupiers to curb pollution and enhance overall efficiencies, there’s been a noticeable uptake in clients exploring options for their developments. These options range from sites earmarked specifically for logistics purposes to those with diverse use classifications.

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CPD Training: Building Regulations 

Are you up to speed on your roles and responsibilities under the updated Building Regulations?

The recent introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 and The Building Regulations 2010 (as Amended October 1st 2023) has led to some of the biggest changes in the construction and property sector in recent years.

In addition to our new Building Regulations Principal Designer Service, we are offering CPD training on the legal responsibilities of duty holders.

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RECENT PROJECTS

The superb Springwell Gardens, Leeds recently reached practical completion!

The 16-storey, 223-apartment residential development, characterised by its innovative design consisting of roof garden terraces and contemporary amenities, sets a new standard for urban living in Leeds.

Services provided: Quantity Surveyor, Employers Agent and Principal Designer

The award winning historic Camelia House at Wentworth Woodhouse opened it’s doors as a tea room earlier this month, following a major £5m restoration.

The Grade II listed building, home to some of the oldest and rarest Camelia’s in the world, was on the Heritage At Risk Register having lain derelict for over five decades!

The preservation of the camellias was paramount, which made for a very challenging project, but the end result surpasses all expectations.

You can read more about the project in The Guardian.

Services provided: Quantity Surveying

We’ve been working with hotel operator Avantis Hotels Limited on the refurbishment of its first Tapestry by Hilton, Hotel.

The project sees the conversion of existing meeting rooms into two high quality hotel guest suites, as well as front of house and stairwell refurbishment works.

Located in St. Albans, the hotel is steeped in history, being a grade II listed property. The converted meeting rooms (Ryder Suite) also have key historical significance, being the former bedroom of Samuel Ryder, a well-known English businessman who golf fans will know played a key role in the formation of the Ryder Cup Golf Event!

Services: Contract Administration and CDM 2015 Principal Designer

Work has commenced onsite at the Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, Marlow on the removal of 300m² RAAC from the gymnasium roof.

Funded through the Department for Education, this project is one of the first to go through this process.

Services: Project Management, Quantity Surveying, CDM, BSA, Principal Designer and Asbestos Consultancy

LATEST NEWS

NEW FRAMEWORK APPOINTMENT

We’re delighted to have been appointed to the Pagabo Professional Services Framework for all our service areas and are thrilled to be the top ranked consultancy for Asbestos Services for all regions across the UK (excluding Northern Ireland).

For details on all lots and regions appointed to click here

OFFICIAL UKREiiF FRINGE EVENT

Join us…

Once again we are attending UKREiiF and are hosting an Official Fringe event, with a drinks reception at The Canal Club, Leeds on Tuesday 21 May between 5 – 9pm

If you’d like to attend, please RSVP to  events@rpp.co.uk

NEW HEAD OF ASBESTOS SERVICES

We are pleased to announce Chris Gaukroger has been promoted to Head of Asbestos Consultancy Services.

Chris recently celebrated 10 years with RPP and over this time has played an integral role in shaping our asbestos consultancy services, demonstrating a profound understanding of industry standards and regulations.

His vast experience and unwavering dedication have earned him this well-deserved promotion.

YORKSHIRE CHILDREN’S CHARITY EASTER CAMPAIGN

This Easter we were privileged to make it a little “egg-stra” special for Chellow Heights Special Needs School in Bradford, as part of the Easter Campaign for Yorkshire Children’s Charity.

Thanks to the incredible support of our colleagues, we exceeded our target and donated over 100 Easter eggs and gifts.

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