UK Guide 2026 : South West
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Ashfords is renowned for its expertise in housebuilding, infrastructure planning and complex legal matters such as enforcement appeals, judicial reviews and development consent orders, particularly in the energy sector. The firm's environment team is recognised for its work on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
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Ashfords advised the London Borough of Wandsworth on a planning application submitted by All England Lawn Tennis Ground.
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Ashfords covers all the aspects of development law needed on a day-to-day basis.
Ashfords always handles complex planning law issues successfully for us, providing sound and timely advice.
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David Richardson heads the planning team at Ashfords. He has significant experience acting on behalf of housebuilding organisations, as well as local authorities, advising on mixed-use and residential developments.
David is very clear, concise, efficient and professional, and gives appropriate and tailored advice to meet professional briefs.
David is very client-friendly.
Stephen Humphrey's planning practice sees him advise clients on large, nationally significant developments, particularly in the renewable energy industry.
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