Navigating the development journey: How Rendall & Rittner supports property developers every step of the way

With over 30 years of residential property management experience, we understand the increasing complexity of the property development journey and the steps needed to optimise every stage of the process. Through our tailored development consultancy service, we can offer property development support and expert advice at every stage of a project including in planning and Section 106 obligations.

 

Property development support every step of the way

Our proven track record working across a variety of residential and mixed-use schemes, enables us to advise on the best approach for a successful project delivery and where additional specialist resources are needed, we can also work collaboratively with a network of trusted consultants. Our comprehensive development consultancy services cover every stage of the property development process, from optimising build costs, service charges and operating risks right through to helping to improve customer experience levels.

 

Design and development consultancy services

A development’s design can have a significant impact on its liveability and efficiency once occupied. It is therefore essential that the design considers and reflects the practicalities of daily operations, maintenance, and customer commitments. Our property development advisory services commonly start with a Design for Management report, where we will thoroughly consider the long-term potential scope and challenges of a design from the perspective of a building management team, residents, and commercial occupiers, before providing tailored management, service and operating strategies and clear deliverables to measure progress.

 

Service charge and financial planning consultancy services

Determining realistic operating budgets is essential for enabling our clients to achieve commercial success from the outset. Our wide-ranging service charge and financial planning services encompass everything from initial phase costs and Capex (reserve fund) planning to minimising service charge voids and heat network set-up and operating budgets. Where needed we can also work with our sister company, Cardoe Martin, to offer a range of surveying services.

 

Estate management and customer services

Following the completion of construction works, our focus can shift to mobilisation for a smooth transition. Having previously determined key operating and set-up strategies, our Soft Landings approach supports the delivery of clear handover timescales and plans.

Engaging residents and meeting expectations are essential for achieving resident satisfaction. With service charge costs weighted heavily on staffing costs, our staffing strategies balance cost efficiency and service level expectations. Our residential estate management experience means we are well-placed to provide detailed strategies that include staff numbers, functions, and structures, as well as recommendations for training, uniforms, procedures, and staff facilities.

 

Compliance, ‘Golden Thread’ and Health & Safety services

Evolving legislative requirements such as those introduced under the Building Safety Act pose a challenge for property developers. Ensuring compliance with the latest statutory and regulatory changes requires a detailed and up-to-date understanding. Our clients can benefit from the expertise of our health and safety team including our dedicated building safety and technical support teams, whose knowledge supports us in adapting processes and strategies as required. With health and safety a key priority for us when advising clients, we are also at the forefront of discussions regarding the ‘Golden Thread’ of information required about a building to keep people safe.

For more information on how our expertise as one of the UK’s leading  property managing agents can help developers navigate the property development journey, please read our Development Consultancy Services brochure.