Planning and Environment

Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) powers have long been an effective tool in the armoury of acquiring authorities to drive forward the delivery of transformational housing, infrastructure and urban regeneration projects.

The introduction of the RICS practice statement 'Surveyors Advising In Respect Of Compulsory Purchase and Compensation', and repeated judicial criticism of expert witnesses appearing before the Upper Tribunal and courts, creates an imperative for all practitioners, to carefully consider how they might avoid, or resolve disputes, without resort to litigation, whenever possible. This is a must attend event.

It is a challenging but exciting time in the CPO world!

There are always questions that need to be asked and subjects to be discussed and with that in mind, we ask you to join us in what will be an interesting and informative event.

The format is a chaired debate with senior practitioners commenting; and with audience participation.  

Practical and procedural advice for successful planning appeals

The nature and mode of making planning appeals is constantly changing. How do you maximise your chances of successfully appealing your planning refusal?