Identity Consult has launched a new service, IC Development, to help housebuilders and residential developers accelerate the delivery of homes across Yorkshire and the Midlands. The service targets delays and inefficiencies in the housing development process by offering flexible, interim development management support.
The initiative is aimed at addressing the UK’s housing shortage and will expand Identity Consult’s existing portfolio of housing projects, including past work with social housing provider WDH. IC Development will assist clients across all stages of development, from feasibility assessments to funding applications and securing land.
The team is led by Russell Gallagher, who joined Identity Consult in 2021, and Clive Durkin, a recent hire with experience in both the public and private housing sectors. The new arm will also benefit from a strategic partnership with A&D Asset Release, supporting clients with land identification and planning processes.
The model offers tailored support for short or long-term needs, aiming to reduce bottlenecks caused by skills shortages or limited in-house capacity. IC Development will work directly with local authorities, housing associations and developers to speed up housing delivery while ensuring quality and compliance.
