Expert Planning Solicitors Supporting Development and Land Use Strategy
Our Planning team provides commercially focused, pragmatic advice to developers, landowners, investors and public sector clients at every stage of planning.
We advise on all aspects of planning and related law, including co-ordinating applications, negotiating planning obligations, addressing planning committees, dealing with enforcement notices and even objecting to neighbouring proposals, combining technical knowledge with a deep understanding of the commercial and political context in which decisions are made.
We support clients from early-stage site appraisal through to submission and determination of planning applications. Our team works closely with other consultants, including architects, transport engineers, ecologists and eventually the planning officers who manage your applications, to develop robust, deliverable strategies.
We provide strategic advice on planning appeals, including written representations, hearings and inquiries, working with leading counsel where appropriate. Our team negotiates and drafts Section 106 agreements and advises on CIL to ensure obligations are commercially viable and aligned with your objectives. As well as supporting clients on enforcementwe can advise onjudicial review, offering clear, practical guidance to resolve issues efficiently and challenge decisions where necessary.
Our Planning Services
Planning Applications and Strategy
We support clients from initial site appraisal through to submission and determination of planning applications, ensuring a clear and effective planning strategy.
Planning Obligations and Section 106 Agreements
We negotiate and draft Section 106 agreements and advise on Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), ensuring obligations are commercially viable and aligned with your development objectives.
Planning Appeals
We provide strategic advice on planning appeals, including written representations, hearings and public inquiries, working alongside leading counsel where appropriate.
Enforcement and Compliance
Our team advises on planning enforcement matters, including responding to enforcement notices and ensuring compliance with planning conditions.
Judicial Review
We advise on judicial review of planning decisions, providing clear and practical guidance where decisions need to be challenged.
Objections and Representations
We assist clients in objecting to neighbouring developments and making representations to planning committees, ensuring your interests are properly considered.
Meet the Planning Team
Our Planning team combines legal expertise with commercial awareness and strong relationships across the planning sector.
Why Choose Seddons GSC for Commercial Real Estate Disputes?
- Deep experience across residential, commercial and mixed-use development
- Strong relationships with planning consultants and counsel
- A proactive approach
- Clear, commercially grounded advice
We understand that planning is often critical to the success of a project. Our team provides strategic legal support designed to unlock opportunities, manage risk and help deliver successful developments.
News And Insights
Stay informed with the latest legal updates and expert commentary from our Planning team on development, planning law and regulatory changes affecting land use and projects across the UK.
Frances Murray hosts a webinar on “The Lifespan of Corporate Investigations – Practical & Strategic Considerations” for MBL Seminars
Shahrzad Atai features in Citywealth’s Leaders List 60-second spotlight interview
Soma Barzinji writes about the business impact of proposed Home Office settlement reforms in People Management
What Our Clients Say
Read what our clients have to say about their experience with us.
FAQs
If you can’t find what you need, please contact us directly.
A planning solicitor advises on the legal aspects of land use and development, including planning applications, obligations, appeals, enforcement and regulatory compliance.
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Yes. We support clients throughout the planning application process, from strategy and preparation through to submission and determination.
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A Section 106 agreement is a legal agreement between a developer and a local authority setting out obligations linked to a planning permission, such as infrastructure contributions.
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goals and the nature of the dispute.
Yes. We advise on planning appeals, including written representations, hearings and inquiries, working with specialist counsel where needed.
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You should seek legal advice promptly. We can advise on your options, including compliance, appeal or challenge.
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Yes. We advise on judicial review of planning decisions where there are grounds to challenge the lawfulness of a decision.