A recent project, managed by Kirkby & Diamond, involved an investor buying a large property situated in greenbelt where there was a general presumption against inappropriate development.As such the capacity of the site was limited to the ‘footprint’ of the existing buildings. Despite this obvious and clear restriction, advisors at K&D could see a potential opportunity. After a strong and thoroughly argued case was submitted by K&D to the planning authorities, it was agreedthat the owner was able to include an area previously used for car parking within the boundaries of “previously developed land”. By doing so it was subsequently agreed that the footprint of the new development was increased by nearly a third. Planning permission was obtained for a scheme that, on first glance, seemed impossible. All of which supports the old adage that good advice doesn’t cost… it pays.

 

In response to growing demand for planning expertise, the firm has recently appointed a new Principal Planning Consultant, Ross Leal.

 

For further advice on planning issues contact Andrew Wright or Ross Leal at the Milton Keynes office.