Press Release: Bramall brings expertise to new Yorkshire property developer

The former Chairman of leading community regeneration specialists Keepmoat plc is backing new Harrogate-based property developer 4Urban.

Now the Chairman of 4Urban, Terry Bramall is a respected expert in his field, with more than 40 years' experience in the construction, house building and commercial properties - as well as 30 years' experience in commercial property from his time as a Director of Bramall & Ogden Ltd. He joined 4Urban after selling his share of Keepmoat, his family business, in 2007.

4Urban, which has an office on Victoria Avenue in Harrogate town centre, is led by a team of commercial and mixed-use property experts. Managing Director Paul Lancaster spent 20 years at Sheffield commercial property consultants Lane Walker, ten of which he served as Managing Director. "4Urban really stands out from other property developers because of our combined experiences and industry knowledge," he said.

This knowledge was obtained through years of practice in a variety of industry sectors. Development Director Richard Holmes is the former Director of Shop and Store Developments Ltd and served as a consultant for property developments and investments for 12 years. Director Paul Ayre, a Managing Partner at Gordons LLP, is a leading lawyer in the regional commercial property market. Directors Rebecca Bletcher and Tim Bletcher bring expertise in retail investment and the construction and house building sectors.

"With our strong understanding of the commercial property industry, we want to challenge traditional ideas with innovative thinking to build developments that improve communities," said Lancaster.

An example of this is 4Urban's latest project, a retail and residential development in Bingley town centre called 5Rise. Construction on the £5 million scheme began on schedule earlier this year and will be completed at the end of September - just in time for the busy Christmas shopping season.

4Urban has received strong support from Bradford Council and local business owners who recognise that 5Rise is an important part of Bingley's revitalisation.

"5Rise is helping to establish 4Urban as a developer that delivers on our promises," said Holmes. "It's a reputation we are proud of and one which will continue to grow as we complete 5Rise and move on to other innovative projects."

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2) Additional information about 5Rise can be found at http://www.5rise.co.uk