Clarke Willmott LLP‘s planning team is noted for advising on a range of issues related to residential developments. Leading the team, Caroline Waller advises a client roster of developers and local planning authorities in relation to the negotiation and preparation of planning and highways agreements. Chris Charlton focuses his practice on representing clients before planning committees, magistrates’ courts, and inquiries, and advises on issues related to mixed-use development projects as well as complex planning and highways agreements. The ’dedicated and knowledgeable‘ Jade Lyus is recommended for handling various credit schemes, including phosphate and nutrient.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Clarke Wilmott's planning team provides an exceptional level of service, with an ability to combine technical legal advice with practical commercial guidance that demonstrates a deep understanding of how housebuilders operate.’
- ‘Caroline Waller combines exceptional technical knowledge with commercial astuteness, effortlessly grasping the wider context and implications, offering quick, clear and strong tailored advice, proactively providing added detail and looking for solutions.'
Key clients
- Clinton Devon Estates
- WCI Ltd
Work highlights
Acting for Persimmon Homes Ltd and Primegate Properties (Kingsdown) Ltd in connection with a complex s106 agreement for the construction of 1,500 dwellings, including advising on viability issues, the inclusion of Council-owned land, large-scale BNG mitigation, Habitats Regulation issues, major highways infrastructure, affordable housing and contributions.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Caroline Waller
Other key lawyers
Chris Charlton; Jade Lyus