Top 10 Prior Approval Solicitors in the UK

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Prior Approval work covers developments allowed without full planning permission but requiring the planning authority to assess specific issues first. In England, a solicitor in this area helps clients navigate the prior approval regime under the General Permitted Development Order, draft and submit information, and respond to consultations. They review the proposed development against the criteria set by the planning authority, assemble supporting reports, negotiate conditions, and, if needed, handle appeals or determinations. They liaise with local authorities, consultees, and sometimes the Secretary of State.

What a solicitor handles in these matters

A solicitor explains the provisions and conditions that must be met to obtain prior approval, what information must be provided, and the consequences if approval is refused or granted with conditions. They identify non-compliant elements, help gather environmental, highways or design evidence, and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met within the permitted development framework.

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Slade Legal

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Tagged solicitor Jeremy Hodson

Jeremy provided us with excellent legal services in a complex transaction purchasing a property in Berkshire. The previous owners had run a business from the property but had not applied for change of use back to completely residential when the business closed down. Together with planning applications that could not be proved by the owners, this led to a complex legal situation. Jeremy was very helpful and knowledgeable and very fast in his responses which was really appreciated. It all led thankfully to a successful completion.