
The planning group at Howes Percival LLP is ‘approachable and down to earth, and the advice is timely and efficient’. The firm is a key adviser to national and regional housebuilders, as well as some of the largest land promoters and developers operating in and beyond the region. The firm’s work spans all aspects of planning law, as well as advice on Environmental Impact Assessments. Jay Mehta leads a practice that ’brings a pragmatic and practical approach to complex legal matters’. His team includes Jamie Childs, who is ‘an industry leader when it comes to all things planning-related’.
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Testimonials
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- 'Jamie Childs is an industry leader when it comes to all things planning-related.'
- 'I predominantly work with Jay Mehta. I value his considered advice and his approachable demeanour.'
Key clients
- Barratt David Wilson Homes (BDW Trading Limited)
- Minster Property Group Limited
Work highlights
Advised Pigeon Group in relation to residential and commercial developments, including a c.5,000 dwelling SUE at Thetford and a c.46,000 sqm commercial development.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jay Mehta
Other key lawyers
Jamie Childs; Bethany Boucher

