Navigating Planning and Environmental Challenges
Planning and Development
Planning and Development

Our property and construction team advises on all aspects of planning and environmental law, helping clients navigate complex regulatory frameworks and approval processes and compliance requirements with confidence.

We work with:

  • developers
  • land owners
  • investors
  • Government bodies

to achieve smooth and successful project outcomes. Our advice is practical, easy to understand and commercially focused. Guiding you from planning and permit applications right through to project completion and compliance.


We regularly advise on:

  • Planning Approvals and Permits: advice and support on planning applications, approvals and appeals for commercial, industrial, residential and mixed-use developments.
  • Environmental Compliance: guidance on meeting regulatory requirements including waste management, contamination, heritage and remediation obligations.
  • Regulatory Engagement: assisting with negotiations and dealings with councils, planning authorities and government agencies.
  • Disputes & appeals: acting in planning and environmental disputes, including objections, enforcement proceedings and tribunal hearings.
  • Strategic advice: structuring developments to manage planning risk, achieve sustainable outcomes and balance commercial objectives with regulatory frameworks.