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As the largest specialist team in the UK, Broadfield UK's (formerly BDB Pitmans) collective experience includes acting for two-thirds of transport projects under the Planning Act 2008 regime; completing more DCO applications than any other law firm and having a 100% track record for consent. The team project manages all areas of delivery and provides strategic and tactical advice on planning matters during their entire life cycle. The team also includes four Roll A Parliamentary Agents and they have advised on both private and hybrid bills, including HS2, Crossrail and other major infrastructure projects. 

The team’s work on DCOs and similar ‘special consents’ mean they regularly interact and negotiate with the Environment Agency, Natural England, the Marine Management Organisation, Historic England, National Grid, Network Rail, and Highways England, which can help ease the process of obtaining consent.

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What the Team is Known For

Broadfield Law has an infrastructure-focused outfit specialising in Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects. The team often handles large-scale projects in the energy and transport sectors and regularly advises on Development Consent Orders, as well as mainstream planning applications. The firm acts for a diverse range of clients, including TfL, London Luton Aiport and various local authorities.

Work Highlights

  • Broadfield Law assisted National Highways with planning for the Lower Thames Crossing. This involved advice on environmental impact, strategy and all other aspects of its application for a development consent order.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Challis
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Mark Challis
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Band 4

Mark Challis maintains strong client relationships with a number of high-profile public bodies. He is equally well placed to advise on the orders and applications required for large, nationally significant infrastructure developments.

He is a very wise and experienced leader of a very strong team.

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Mark Challis
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Mark Challis
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