Medway Development Company celebrates success at the 2025 Build to Rent Awards

Date posted 31/10/2025


Medway Development Company (MDC) is proud to announce its success at this year’s prestigious Build to Rent Awards, hosted by Love to Rent. Following an impressive shortlist in three categories, including ‘Social Value Impact in BTR’ for the company’s regeneration work at Chatham Waterfront, and two nominations in the ‘Build to Rent Partnership’ category alongside LRG and Base Furnishings Ltd. MDC was awarded Highly Commended in both the ‘Build to Rent Partnership’ and ‘Social Value Impact in BTR’ categories.

These awards recognise organisations and partnerships that exemplify excellence, innovation and positive community impact within the rapidly growing Build to Rent (BTR) sector.

MDC’s recognition for Social Value Impact celebrates the transformative regeneration of Chatham Waterfront. A landmark project that has revitalised the area, creating high-quality homes and vibrant spaces that contribute to the local community’s wellbeing and economic growth.

Lewis Small, Managing Director at Medway Development Company, said:‘We’re thrilled to have been recognised by the Build to Rent Awards for the positive impact our work is having in Medway. These commendations are a testament to the hard work and collaboration between our teams and partners, and to our shared vision of delivering developments that create lasting social value and strengthen local communities.’

MDC is delighted to see Chatham Waterfront recognised as an exemplar regeneration project and is immensely proud of the entire team’s dedication to delivering developments that make a real difference to residents and the wider Medway area.

About Medway Development Company (MDC)
Medway Development Company is a Medway Council-owned organisation focused on delivering high-quality housing and regeneration projects that enhance the local area, support economic growth and improve the lives of residents.