Getting planning permission on a very challenging building side...   

Ed Akay is another very inspiring person who kindly agreed to come on my show to share his story.   

For those who don't know Ed:  

A graduate of Newcastle University in Politics and Social Policy, then later BPP law School Manchester. Ed Akay entered the property world by as part of a co-operative that replaced derelict housing by building high quality flats.  

Ed then began renovating houses, where he developed his project management skills and eventually started more development by obtaining planning permission on contentious sites most developers would avoid. An avid writer with strong presentation and graphics skills, Ed utilised these skills to develop a unique lobbying and advocacy system to ensure when possible, developments gain public support from both residents and politicians.  

Ed co-founded the Torbay Property Meet which he hosts with his wife Helen, has spoken at respected property events such as Partners in Property and Property Hub and has had development projects featured in the architect’s journal.  

To get in touch with Ed -

FB: Ed Akay 

FB community: The Ed and Helen Akay facebook community  

FB page: Gold Lake Developments 

Instagram: edgoldlake  

This episode is full of great tips, enjoy :)