Prior to 1947, there were few statutory regulations governing planning law in England and Wales. This changed when the Town and Country Planning Act came into force.

The Act saw the parameters of planning and development tighten considerably. New regulations were comprised, amalgamating case law and statute to govern modern day planning laws.

The solicitors at Saracens are able to advise you on law and practice relating to planning, including:

Planning agreements

Appeals

Enquires into local authority plans

Judicial review of local authority decisions

Advocacy

Enforcement

Local planning and development policy

Development schemes (local & national)

Compulsory purchases and

Other legal agreements (e.g. s106 agreements)

Our solicitors advise on all aspects concerning planning and development schemes ranging from breaches of planning law to preservation orders for trees. We can assist on any query you may have about local or national planning purposes, contact the appropriate bodies on your behalf and engage in mediation or litigation to achieve the outcome that you prefer. In the area of planning law, timing is of course vital. We are conscious of this and will always work to achieve our clients� goals as promptly as possible by providing the best possible legal and economically viable solution.

Saracens has a vast range of clients, ranging from developers to local authorities and housing associations. The extensiveness of our intimate knowledge means that we are likely to have already encountered problems similar to yours previously. This means we can tailor our service specifically to your needs and can provide an expeditious solution to suit you. We take pride in our approach and look forward to answering any queries you may have.