The UK faces a defining challenge - to deliver 1.5 million new homes while ensuring they are sustainable, well-designed, and connected to thriving communities. For some local authorities, housing targets have effectively doubled, placing unprecedented pressure on planning capacity, decision-making and site identification.
Our Opportunity for PropTech report published earlier this year, in partnership with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and PUBLIC, found that technology could deliver up to £527 million in annual cost savings across planning and regeneration, while dramatically improving speed and transparency in housing delivery.
Yet, as that report also made clear, technology alone is not enough.
Why Regional Collaboration Matters
The government is driving forward support for digital planning and PropTech innovation through initiatives such as the MHCLG PropTech Innovation Fund, which has already invested over £13 million to help local authorities pilot new digital tools.
Those pilots are proving that technology can have a transformative impact, from improving site identification and feasibility assessments, to increasing community engagement and approval rates, to enabling faster, more consistent planning decisions.
The Regional Roadshows aim to scale that success, we will be exploring how technology can be used by both local authorities, developers and consultants to support faster and better decision making across the process - sharing best practice, showcasing proven solutions, and forming new partnerships to accelerate delivery.
Where We'll be
What Can You Expect
The Regional Roadshows are designed around one shared goal: to deliver more homes, faster, by aligning people, policy, and technology.
Each half-day event is CPD accredited and will combine regional insight with practical, solution-driven discussion.
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Regional Insight: Understand the specific planning and housing delivery challenges facing your area.
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Peer Case Studies: Hear how councils are using PropTech to streamline planning and improve outcomes.
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Practical Tools: Discover digital solutions that support faster decision-making and reduce bottlenecks.
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Cross-Sector Collaboration: Foster deeper understanding between stakeholders, share insights on challenges and opportunities, and explore PropTech solutions that address real-world needs.
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Policy Alignment: Learn how this programme supports national housing and planning reform goals.
The PropTech Showcase
At each roadshow, selected companies will present real-world case studies and have a space to showcase and engage with the attendees. This curated selection will highlight both established and emerging solutions, with a focus on impact, scalability, and regional relevance.
Deadline to apply - 19th of October