- Case Study 1
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Brief
The owner of a large agricultural estate wanted to object to a planning application for a car repair workshop in new buildings on a neighbouring farm. The estate was in open countryside in an Area of Outstanding National Beauty.
Role of Richard Max
Analysis of the national plan identified "inappropriate use in a rural location"
Written objection lodged within correct timescale and representations made to Local Authority
Outcome
Application refused
- Case Study 2
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Brief
A rural land owner received a CPO for a swathe of land through the middle of its estate relating to a major national highways project. Since the project was deemed unstoppable, the real battle was about valuation.
Role of Richard Max
Developed a strategy designed to get the Acquiring Authority's early attention and to recognise that the land owner would fight.
Recommended tactic of shortening the CPO process by going straight to the Lands Tribunal.
Outcome
Generous settlement agreed early without the expense of litigation.
