Planning & Environment - North East
Band 1
What the Team is Known For
Ward Hadaway offers a full-service planning team that acts for clients in the private and public sectors on both contentious and non-contentious matters. It frequently advises on a wide range of matters from mining development projects to enforcement issues. Ward Hadaway also offers considerable expertise in the planning aspects of residential developments, regularly advising national house builders. The lawyers are well equipped to advise on village green applications, Section 106 agreements and compulsory purchase matters.
Strengths
The Ward Hadaway team provides very good knowledge and advice on planning matters.
Work Highlights
Ward Hadaway advised Banks Property Limited regarding a large mixed-use development site comprised of up to 900 dwellings.
Notable practitioners
Frank Orr is recognised for his substantial experience in planning and land-use matters, with particular expertise in compulsory purchase. He is adept at advising local government bodies as well as developers.
Kamran Hyder acts for developers and house builders on a range of planning matters, including Section 106 agreements. He often advises on infrastructure and residential development projects.
Robin Atkin acts for public sector bodies and developers on planning applications, providing strategic planning advice. His purview covers Section 106 agreements, as well as a particular capacity for village green and public right of way matters.
Carolyn Akerman is noted for her skilled handling of all aspects of planning including contentious and non-contentious matters. She is sought after by local authorities as well as national house builders.
