Winckworth Sherwood LLP’s planning and environment practice is led by Colette McCormack, who specialises in planning, compulsory purchase, and highway matters with a strong focus on regeneration schemes. The team acts for local housebuilders on Section 106 agreements and strategic sites and advises on non-housing schemes, including MIRA Technology Park. The firm continues to support Peel on the flagship Liverpool Waters development and advises the British Museum on its planning strategy and energy planning applications to achieve its net zero goals.
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‘Very personable and innovative in terms of planning strategies and client interaction.’
‘In my experience the expertise and quality of advice is very much down to the individual partner working for me as a client. This has been strategic, and diligently provided for a major development.’
‘Colette McCormack is the lead partner who is providing the direct service. Highly experienced and with expertise to provide us with robust advice given the strategic nature of the development involved.’
‘We particularly value their reliability, responsiveness, and ability to advise in a clear, structured and concise manner. What is unique and sets them apart is their understanding of the industry and ability navigate the complexities of planning and public law decision making. The team also has a strong focus on overall strategy and there is always someone there to help you with a solutions-driven mindset.’
‘Colette McCormack leads the team expertly. Colette is our “go to” for key strategic issues and always seeks to work with others wherever possible to reach the desired outcome. We can confidently and consistently rely on their involvement across some of our most complex schemes.’
Key clients
- Peel Land and Property (Ports) Limited
- Barking Riverside Limited
- Wandsworth Borough Council
- Altered Space
- Peel Land & Property Management Limited
- Clarion Housing Group
- A2 Dominion Limited
- Walworth Homes (Notting Hill Housing Group)
- Persimmon North West
- British Museum
- Horiba Mira
- Moda Living
Work highlights
Advising Peel Land and Property (Ports) on its flag ship development, Liverpool Waters. The scheme concerns the regeneration of 60 hectares of the historic former docks on the River Mersey.
Advising Barking Riverside Development on the scheme including the new uplift planning application which was submitted in June 2024 which will seek to deliver 20,000 new homes plus schools, parks and infrastructure.
Advising on the Vauxhall Nine Elms Battersea Opportunity Area Planning Framework. This is a planning framework produced in collaboration with two councils (Wandsworth and Lambeth), Transport for London, English Heritage and the landowners including advising on the iconic Battersea Power Station.
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Practice head
Colette McCormack