LAND USE & TOWN PLANNING LAW
The regulatory framework that governs land use management- and town planning is multi-layered and notoriously complex. Expert legal support has become essential to everyone with an interest in property development, whether they are seasoned developers, organs of state or members of the public that are affected by development. We represent all stakeholders in this field, and our services include the following:
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Focused regulatory process management for developers, from the planning phase to building occupation;
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Drafting submissions to regulatory authorities as part of public participation processes, including submissions in support of applications, objections, and appeals;
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Assisting town planners and architects with the legal aspects of land use planning- and the building approval process;
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Drafting of opinions on all public law-related aspects of property development;
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Liaising with regulatory authorities on behalf of stakeholders;
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Representing stakeholders at meetings of decision-making bodies, including municipal planning tribunals, appeal authorities and appeal advisory panels;
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Acting as technical advisor for municipal decision-making structures;
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Advising on the drafting of services agreements and related aspects such as the calculation and payment of development contributions;
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High Court- and municipal court litigation aimed at enforcing and protecting the rights of developers, interested and affected parties, organs of state, and other stakeholders.