General Practice Chartered Surveyors & Development Consultants
Expert property consultancy services for public and private sector clients across the UK.
Over 20 Years of Turning Client Vision into Reality
Thomas Lister is a specialist practice of Chartered Surveyors and Development Consultants providing integrated property advisory services to public and private sector clients.
Established in 2002 by Chris Thomas MRICS and Rachel Lister MRICS, the practice brings together extensive experience in valuation, viability, regeneration advisory and agency services. Our client-focused approach ensures senior-level involvement throughout every instruction.
We act for a diverse client base including Homes England, Local Authorities (District and County), Combined Authorities, Registered Providers, Developers and Landowners – delivering robust advice and practical solutions across the full spectrum of development consultancy.
Our Property Consultancy Services
Red Book Valuations, Asset Valuations and Valuation Advice.
Strategic delivery advice including site assembly, CPO and joint ventures.
Viability assessments and financial modelling for planning and funding.
Market assessments and options analysis to evaluate development potential.
& Funding
Business case preparation and public sector funding bid support.
Development land disposal and acquisition.
Delivering development solutions nationwide
Based in the Midlands, delivering projects nationwide, our skilled and experienced team use extensive knowledge to add value and enhance returns to public and private sector clients.
We deliver robust advice and practical solutions – with particular expertise in unlocking complex or constrained development opportunities.
Property Expertise
Comprehensive property consultancy services underpinned by decades of experience across the development lifecycle.
National Coverage
Midlands-based, operating nationwide. Supporting Local Authorities, government agencies and developers across the UK.
Trusted Partners
Long-standing relationships with Homes England, Local Authorities, Combined Authorities and leading developers built on consistent delivery.
Featured Projects
Selected examples of our advisory and consultancy work across regeneration, valuation and development.
Liverpool Waters - Central Docks
Liverpool
Financial Case Lead – Grant Funding Application
Telford Station Quarter
Telford, West Midlands
Grant Application / Red Book Valuations / Financial Modelling / FVA / Marketing
West Hartford Business Park
Cramlington, Northumberland
Developer selection for Joint Venture on a new 50ha Business Park
Latest News & Insights
Latest updates, market commentary and project news from our team.
Development made Viable through Public Sector Assistance
Development viability continues to be one of the most significant challenges facing the UK
Thomas Lister’s newest team member – Joshua McKenzie
We’re excited to welcome Joshua McKenzie to the Thomas Lister team! Josh joins us
Thomas Lister successfully maintains ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Certifications
The viability gap remains one of the biggest challenges facing property developers today.