Local Authorities

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Supporting Somerset’s Retail Growth
Advising a Local Authority on a section 106 agreement for a hallmark retail development in Somerset.
Highways Advice for Landowners and Developers
Progressing highways works and adoption agreements for landowners and developers, including advice on stopping up.
Noise Nuisance Defence
Successfully prosecuting an appeal against a noise abatement notice which led to the abatement notice being withdrawn by the local authority.
DCO - Objection
Advising a manufacturer in its objection to a proposed Development Consent Order for a carbon capture facility and the compulsory acquisition of its land.
Garden Community Section 106 Agreement
Representing a Unitary Authority on a section 106 agreement for a garden community scheme called in by the Secretary of State.

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