Award-winning sustainable housebuilder Greencore Homes has appointed Matthew Jeal as Head of Planning, strengthening its senior team as the business continues its ambitious growth plans.
Forward-thinking Greencore Homes is aiming to deliver 10,000 Better Than Net Zero homes by 2035. The business has attracted significant institutional backing from the likes of M&G and Homes England.
Matthew brings extensive experience across the residential development sector, with a strong track record in planning strategy, land promotion and delivering complex schemes. He joins Greencore Homes from CALA Group, where he was Head of Planning for the Cotswolds and then Chiltern regions. Prior to this, he held a number of senior positions, including Director roles at Beechcroft Developments, Country Estates and Darcliffe Homes, as well as Head of Planning & Development at Shanly Homes.
With a master’s degree in Spatial Planning, specialising in Urban Design from Oxford Brookes University, Matthew has developed deep expertise in planning legislation and law, negotiation, affordable housing and sustainable development.
Matthew Jeal, Head of Planning at Greencore Homes, said: “I’m excited to be joining Greencore Homes and contributing to the next phase of its growth. My focus will be on shaping and delivering a robust planning strategy for the business, working closely with local authorities and stakeholders to bring forward high-quality, policy-aligned developments.
What stands out about Greencore is its clear commitment to delivering Better Than Net Zero homes at scale, creating schemes that not only meet planning requirements but set a new benchmark for sustainable placemaking.”
Jon Di-Stefano, CEO of Greencore Homes, adds: “Matthew brings a wealth of experience across the housebuilding sector, with a strong track record in planning and delivery. His expertise will be instrumental as we continue to scale the business and bring forward a growing pipeline of high-quality developments. Planning is a critical part of delivering our vision, and Matthew’s leadership will help ensure we continue to secure the right sites and consents to support our long-term growth.”
Backed by the £5 billion M&G Catalyst Fund, Greencore Homes is developing sustainable homes across the Golden Triangle, with projects underway in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire and plans to expand further across the UK.
For more information, visit: www.greencorehomes.co.uk