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Shoosmiths LLP

Planning & Environment

UK Guide 2026 : The South

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Shoosmiths LLP

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Planning & Environment - The South

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Shoosmiths deftly handles matters for developers, landowners and local authorities. The team is experienced in a wide range of planning issues including judicial reviews, planning applications and compulsory purchase matters. The firm is adept at advising on large-scale residential developments. Its expertise also extends to environmental issues that impact clients' ability to deliver schemes including nitrate, phosphate and water neutrality schemes, as well as matters surrounding biodiversity net gain.

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Work Highlights

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  • Shoosmiths acted for Avant Homes Limited in the negotiation of various nutrient neutrality allocation agreements to facilitate the delivery of new build homes.

  • Shoosmiths advised H.N. Butler Farms Limited on the creation of a new wetland habitat to overcome significant issues relating to nitrate neutrality and the stalling of housing delivery.

Strengths

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  • Shoosmiths provides first-class service for planning. There's top-quality London service at regional prices!

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Kirsten Hewson
    Kirsten Hewson

    Kirsten Hewson

    Kirsten Hewson is recommended for her deep expertise with regard to large-scale residential developments such as garden villages and urban extensions.

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