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Planning Law Advice & Appeals
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A planning refusal, restrictive condition or delayed decision can put your development on hold. Mercantile Barristers advises developers, landowners, businesses and homeowners on planning applications and appeals, helping you understand your options and present a clear case for your proposal.
Advice before a planning decision
Early legal advice can identify obstacles before they become reasons for refusal. We advise on planning policy, the interpretation of permissions and conditions, and the legal issues affecting the use or development of land. Working with you and your planning team, we help address objections and assess the evidence needed to support your position.
Challenging refusals and conditions
If permission has been refused or granted subject to conditions you dispute, we can assess the decision and advise whether an appeal or revised application offers the better route. Our barristers examine the reasons given, the relevant policies and the strengths and weaknesses of your case, so you can make an informed decision about proceeding.
Planning delays and appeal representation
Where the council has not determined your application within the applicable period, we can advise whether an appeal against its failure to decide is available and appropriate. We prepare legal submissions and provide representation at planning hearings and inquiries, bringing together the legal arguments and supporting evidence.
Practical advice on your next steps
We explain the likely procedure, costs and risks alongside the outcome you want to achieve. Appeal routes and deadlines depend on the application and decision, so seek advice as soon as a difficulty arises. Where suitable, you can instruct our barristers directly or through your solicitor.
Discuss your planning application or appeal
Contact our clerking team on 020 3034 0077 or email enquiries@mercantilebarristers.com with a brief outline of your matter and any relevant deadline. We will explain the next steps and proposed fees.
How Our Process Works
Instructing our direct access barristers is the cost effective alternative to the traditional route of engaging a solicitor first. The process is just as straightforward. Here’s how the process works:
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Initial Consultation
In the consultation the barrister will assess your legal position, devise a legal strategy, and give you appropriate advice on the necessary next steps to achieve your objective.
