The Essex Planning Officer Association has appointed Place Services to create, manage and deliver the services offered through this panel.

Place Services are a leading public sector provider of integrated environmental assessment, planning, design and management services. Their combination of specialist skills and experience means that they are uniquely qualified to help public organisations meet the requirements of the planning process, create practical design solutions and deliver environmental stewardship. Their success in delivering the refreshed Essex Design Guide demonstrates the ability and focus in managing the Essex Quality Review Panel.

The panel is managed by Jason Yates (Principal Urban Designer), Katie Fowler (Senior Urban Designer), Adam Fall (Urban Designer) and Laura Cohen (Assistant Landscape Architect) at Place Services. Their experience and skills demonstrate the drive for high quality design throughout Essex and the UK.