We define spatial planning as “integrating social, environmental, cultural and economic interest to develop attractive, sustainable and functional environments”. This leads us to focus on the relationships between people and places and understand environmental, cultural, social and economic landscapes at all scales.

Our aim is to understand our clients’ needs, so we can respond effectively to current challenges, and we provide particular expertise in five key areas:

• Responding to climate change
• Planning for localism
• Securing sustainable development
• Developing in sensitive environments
• Managing natural resources

For more information about our spatial planning specialisms, please download our Spatial Planning Flyer.

The Practice advises on national, strategic and local government policy and formulates spatial planning policy and strategic guidance, including advice on cumulative impacts, habitats and landscape policies.  We carry out Sustainability Appraisal (incorporating Strategic Environmental Assessment) and are at the leading edge of specialist advice on green infrastructure and renewable energy.

We are involved in projects from feasibility stage to the negotiation of planning obligations.  We work collaboratively to deliver development, with particular skills and experience in dealing with sensitive sites and coordinating constraints evaluations and Environmental Impact Assessments.

We provide and present expert witness evidence at Public Inquiries and Examinations in Public for Local Development Frameworks, planning appeals and other hearings.

Appointment of Head of Planning