A to Z of Planning Law - In 2 Days

Introduction

This intermediate level two day course aims to give residential and commercial property lawyers or surveyors an in-depth knowledge of planning law and procedures. It will also be of value to any property lawyer or surveyor wishing to broaden their ability to advise clients on the planning process.

The in-person seminar will deal with all the legal aspects of the planning process together with the practical ways in which lawyers and surveyors should be involved in the development and planning process. Full details of all the most recent Government proposals will be provided including the latest on the Localism Act and newest case law. The course will be of value to those lawyers and surveyors who wish to become the go to planning specialist in their firm, and you will be provided with practical pointers in how to specialise. Typical development case studies will also be provided to facilitate full and practical participation by delegates.

The new Government has swiftly announced major changes to planning policy and law.

A completely revised NPPF has been issued for consultation with only an 8 week period for consultation. Major changes proposed are:

• Housing targets being mandatory not advisory
• New “Grey Belt“ land which can be developed in the Green belt
• Housing numbers increased for some Authorities by 100%
• All references to beauty deleted and good design emphasized
• Proposal for Planning fees to be increased
• Planning and Infrastructure Bill and English Devolution Bill to be placed before Parliament

These matters will all be considered in this seminar.

What You Will Learn

• Beyond the Conveyancing Title:
• Do I need Planning Permission?
• What is Development?
• Operational Development and Material Changes of Use
• Permitted Development and Article 4 Directions
• Use Classes Order
• Preparing the way for a planning application
• The Development Plan
• Localism Act and other Government Reforms to the Planning Process
• Planning History of the site
• How can I/should I formalise the Planning History of the site?
• Is a Planning application the best way to proceed?
• After Planning Permission has been obtained:
• What other constraints are there on possible development?
• How do I interpret the Planning Permission?
• Building Regulations and the link with Planning Permissions
• How to challenge a Planning Refusal/Approval
• Appeals
• Judicial Review
• Enforcement of Planning Regulations
• Major Developments and the IPC
• Listed Buildings
• Conservation Areas
• Trees and Hedgerows
• SSSI
• Environmental Statements
• Section 106 Agreements and CIL
• Latest Cases and Government Guidance on Planning Matters
• Case Studies on Development Sites and Enforcement Issues
• Issues of possible negligence
• The new National Planning Policy Framework
• So You Want to be a Planning Lawyer?

This course is limited to 20 delegates