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Darlington Station

Darlington Council engaged JK to prepare a masterplan for the station readiness for the proposed HS2 East Coast mainline improvements. In particular, they wanted to understand how to achieve a higher density of viable developments around the station to benefit from the major infrastructure requirement and related improvements.

In partnership with Arup, who dealt with rail infrastructure and master planning, JK was commissioned to advise on the commerciality of the plan and to prepare viability studies, to ensure that viable development opportunities were successful and would benefit from the foot traffic generated from the station. Our advice was supported by our previous success in this style of development at Hull, York, Sheffield and Hexham.

"The Council has secured government support based on the advice given and is now seeking investors and developers to deliver the mixed-use development of the east side of the station, to be followed by the development of housing and mixed uses to the west of the station."

The Council has secured government support based on the advice given and is now seeking investors and developers to deliver the mixed-use development of the east side of the station, to be followed by the development of housing and mixed uses to the west of the station.

“Kevan is an industry specialist who is well connected in his sphere … he has the ability to make the right contacts at the right level to bring projects forward and into delivery. Kevan is professional in everything he does and he has been particularly useful in assisting AHTO with developing a footprint in the North East.“

Linda Robinson

Managing Director, AHTO

“Kevan and his team provide invaluable help and assistance on both the obvious and the complicated. Always available, really helpful and responsive.”

Neil Milburn

Development Director, Barratt Homes

“Kevan provided Turner & Townsend with invaluable support when we relocated our Newcastle office. His knowledge of the local area, agents, market conditions and how to achieve the optimum solution was exceptional. We are truly grateful for his insight and support in finding us a fantastic new location for our team here in Newcastle. Kevan is a true expert and would highly recommend if you have any property-related matters.”

Darren Laybourn

Director, North East Strategic Lead – UK & Global Head of Healthcare, Turner & Townsend

“Genr8 has taken advice from JK Property Consultants for many years, whenever we have been involved in or considering development schemes in the North East, they have an unrivalled knowledge and understanding of the market's requirements.”

John Early

Chairman, Genr8 Developments LLP

“JK Property Consultants helped us in our search as a new business to find the best possible premises and location in which to set up our artisan bakery. There was a scarcity of small units fit for the food hygiene needs. Their knowledge of the availability of units, and the help and guidance given, enabled us to find suitable premises from which to grow and thrive through a very challenging economic climate”

Steve Welch

Company Director, Bread&

“Tees Valley Combined Authority worked closely with JK Property Consultancy on the purchase of Teesside International Airport and on the development of the Southside business park on the site. At every stage, they were efficient, professional and thorough, helping us to easily navigate a complex and high-profile acquisition. I’d like to thank them for their assistance and would have no hesitation in wholeheartedly recommending their service."

Julie Gilhespie

Chief Executive, Tees Valley Combined Authority

"I have known Kevan and JK Property Consultants for many years and have always experienced an expert, excellent and ethical service. We have most recently used JK Property Consultants to complete a substantial commercial property transaction and would not hesitate to recommend them. I am also aware of the work Kevan and the team do to provide advice and support around a range of property related matters which is equally as highly regarded."

Nicki Clark OBE

Chief Executive, We are Umi

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