Home / Expertise / Law For Business / Planning & Environmental Planning & Environmental Overview Contact What clients say Work Highlights Related Insights Few would argue that the planning system in England and Wales isn’t complex or that the rules and regulations standstill. There are numerous layers of legislation (in addition to the Town and Country Planning Act 1990), varied national, local and regional policies and a raft of case law. As a result of devolution, the planning systems in England and Wales are also evolving into distinctive national planning systems. Furthermore, the environmental considerations of any development stand at the top of the central, regional and local government agendas. Here too, regulations are complex. In recent years businesses have had to look beyond their immediate local concerns and pay attention to the global challenges facing us all. As a top-ranked stand-alone team of specialists, we come highly recommended from a broad range of clients across both the public and private sectors as a “First class practice, known for its ‘stunning advice’ (Legal 500). We have a deep understanding, proven track record and expert resources to handle all the issues surrounding modern planning and environment procedures. The team is best known for being accessible and giving practical pragmatic advice. A significant part of our practice includes preparing and negotiating section 106 planning agreements and obligations acting for local planning authorities, private sector developers and landowners on the non-contentious side but we are equally at home in a contentious public inquiry, judicial review or statutory challenge. We can support you at all stages of your development to highlight sensitive issues, define risks and liabilities and make sure everyone knows exactly where they stand. A complex development is likely to require lawyers who are knowledgeable about related subjects, and we have high levels of expertise across all relevant areas. We have expertise in: Compulsory purchase & compensation Development plans Environmental statements, including Biodiversity, Remediation, Waste & Air Quality Highways Infrastructure agreements Planning applications Planning appeals; judicial review and statutory challenges Planning enforcement Rights of Way SUDS Related expertise include: Compulsory Purchase & Compensation, Highways, Infrastructure, Regeneration & Development, SuDs. Awards & Accreditations Related Expertise Compulsory Purchase & Compensation Highways Infrastructure Regeneration & Development SuDs Share this page Like to talk about Planning & Environmental? Charles Felgate Partner IN BRIEF FULL PROFILE Tomos Phillips Senior Associate IN BRIEF FULL PROFILE All the team Send What clients say "We had the Rolls-Royce experience. Everything was beautifully prepared." Planning, Wales, Chambers & Partners 2022 1 2 3 4 Work highlights Controversial M4 Scheme @Newport We advised the Welsh Ministers in relation to the M4 Corridor around Newport – a controversial scheme involving numerous SSSIs, a bridge over a SAC and complex statutory undertaker requirements. £200m Relief Roads We advised Cheshire East Council on both their Congleton and Poynton relief road schemes, worth in excess of £200m, including a public inquiry, statutory challenges and complex, detailed settlements. £40m+ Business Park We advised Calderdale Borough Council in relation to the delivery of the proposed £40m+ Clifton Business Park Enterprise zone, a key part of their strategic development plan. Related insights Legal Update: Negotiating contracts – what not to forget Legal Update: The Emergence of Corporate Social Responsibility Webinar: Leaving a legacy through asset protection Webinar: Midlands PowerHour: "No jab, No job" - Vaccination issues in… Legal Update: Choice of law causes turbulence See all Planning & Environmental Insights By clicking 'Accept All Cookies', you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Note that accepted cookies can be manually removed using your browser settings. See our cookie policy for more. Cookie settings Accept all cookies Privacy Policy Website Terms of Use Cookie Policy Extranet Client Login Website Accessibility Pricing Guides Follow Us 0844 736 0006 info@geldards.com Get insights in your inbox Subscribe now * Please note that the cost of calling our 0844 numbers will include a "service" charge of 6p per minute and an "access" charge from your phone company. Geldards will not receive any payment from the call charges.