TerraQuest

Who we are

Trusted by local councils to collaboratively drive economic growth

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Who we are

Support, data, and technology services

TerraQuest delivers high-quality support, data, and technology services designed for local councils, developers, housing associations, architects, and other professional services.   With a skilled workforce of more than 200 employees, we drive economic growth by powering land, property, and infrastructure.   

Working with the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government, we are the company behind Planning Portal – the online planning application service for England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Planning Portal has been revolutionising the planning process for both public and private sector stakeholders for more than twenty years. 

Who we are

Market-leading
support services

TerraQuest’s market-leading services support major regeneration across the UK. This extensive experience spanning five decades allows it to offer expert guidance on industry best practices. This distinctive position allows TerraQuest to provide unparalleled insight into proposed development data and assist businesses in identifying opportunities and trends.  

TerraQuest’s aim is to simplify complex land and planning processes through innovative solutions, making advanced technological efficiencies accessible to everyone. We plan to continue investing heavily in our products and services to meet our clients' evolving needs, empowering them to develop successful communities more sustainably.

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Who we are

Our Story

Established in 1972 we’ve come on a long way, continuously striving to be the go-to, trusted provider of all things land, planning and data.

Investing in innovation and priding ourselves on our heritage, we have forged partnerships that help drive economic growth and positively impact the built environment, for everyone.

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Our Products & Services

For over 50 years, TerraQuest has been a leader in the built environment, offering innovative and cost-effective land and planning services.

Our technical expertise benefits the public sector, private sector, and the general public. Discover how our specialised solutions can enhance your projects and developments.

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Our Why

TerraQuest drives economic growth by helping our clients make places that people want to live.

Our impact includes collaborating with public and private sectors on major UK development projects, ensuring sustainability and efficiency.

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Our people

At TerraQuest, we value the unique contributions of every individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. Trust our expertise to deliver exceptional solutions for all your land and planning needs.

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Our Vision

TerraQuest's vision, championed by our senior experts and embraced across all our offices. Our goal is to simplify complex land and planning processes through innovative solutions.

Read about our recent technological advancements, including the unification of building control and planning applications, and our commitment to integrating AI and sustainable practices.  

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Surabhi Deshpande, TerraQuest
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Our People

Expert team delivering innovative solutions

"Tanith's proactive approach fosters collaboration and innovation among her teams, driving continuous improvement and optimising workflows to meet organisational goals. Her visionary leadership and dedication to excellence make her a valuable asset in steering TerraQuest towards continued success in the ever-evolving tech landscape."

Tanith Kirby

Head of Delivery

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Clive Lewis, TerraQuest
"Working closely with both the technical development and corporate teams, Clive uses customer insight and experience to deliver and continuously improve products such as TerraQuest’s flagship GIS product, the Land & Property Portal, and the Planning Portal application service."

Clive lewis

Product Owner

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