Ken Parke Planning Consultants have taken on a new town planning consultant, Ethan Townsend.

Ethan, 24, joins from the New Forest National Park Authority, where he’s built up experience in a wide range of residential and agricultural developments.

Born and raised in KPPC’s hometown of Bournemouth, he also holds a BSc in Human Geography as well as an MSc in Planning and Development, both from Cardiff University.

Ken Parke, who founded his consultancy with wife Angela in 2003, said: “We give a warm welcome to Ethan as a valuable new member of our team.

“He has a strong background in public sector planning which has given him a thorough understanding of the planning system and how it operates, especially in enforcement related issues.

“Ethan’s appointment will help us meet sustained business demand from mid-sized commercial and residential clients and step up our strategic growth plans in the south and further afield.”

His arrival follows that of James Blake, who joined the nine-strong firm last year in time for their 20th anniversary.

Ethan added: “I’m excited to join a firm with the reputational excellence of KPPC.

“I’m looking forward to working on schemes in the local area I know so well, in addition to those across the country while playing my part in improving the built landscape and contributing to future success of KPPC.”

• kenparkeplanning.com

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