Thrings LLP advises on rural planning issues and the development of land, with mandates spanning farm diversifications and permitted development rights, residential developments, community infrastructure levies, consents, and planning due diligence. Alex Madden, head of planning and environmental, has experience in infrastructure agreements and planning applications, including section 106 agreements, along with EIA regulations, appeals in the High Court, and judicial reviews. Head of the development of land practice Rosalyn Trotman advises on a range of contentious and non-contentious development work, including environmental due diligence, while Fred Quartermain covers compulsory purchases and heritage assets, with associate Rebecca Stanton assisting with development schemes, environment agency prosecutions, and broader agriculture sector issues.
Testimonials
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‘An excellent team with a variety of knowledge and experience. Pro-active and responsive, the team always respond in a timely manner with helpful advice. I have developed an excellent relationship with the Thrings team and would highly recommend them.’
‘I work almost exclusively with Fred Quartermain. He is down to earth, very easy to get along with and makes all projects enjoyable to work on. His knowledge is second to none and he always goes the extra mile to get the project done.’
‘Hugely knowledgeable, totally client focused, proactive problem solvers that leave no stone unturned.’
‘Fred Quartermain - incredible depth of knowledge and a hugely practical approach, looks at cases from every angle to deliver favourable results. Alex Madden - sensible, practical advice, with a hands-on approach with excellent communication. Rosalyn Trotman - hugely knowledgeable, incredible focus on the detail, tenacious in delivering for clients. Kiran Maher - brilliantly organised, always brings her A-game.’
‘Masters of their field. Have strength in depth and detailed knowledge across the sector.’
‘Alex Madden and Fred Quartermain - both are master tacticians and in a league of their own.'
‘They go the extra mile, provide helpful updates. They are friendly and easy to get on with.’
Key clients
- Blue Cedar Homes Limited
- Essex Stays Limited
- BHPD Limited/Platinum Land
- Cotswold Homes Limited
- L W Developments Limited
- Wiltshire Council
- Newland Homes Limited
- Land Value Alliances
- Baylis Estates
- M & J Gaymer
- Johnstone Land Company (Bristol) Limited
Work highlights
- Advising a landowner in Dorset on a hybrid planning application consisting of a full planning permission for a mixed-use development as well as outline planning permission (to determine access) to erect up to 120 dwellings.
- Advising Newland Homes Limited on planning matters arising out of an application for planning permission for 111 net zero and low carbon residential development scheme on a brownfield site in Stroud.
- Advising Essex Stays Limited on the regularisation of the planning position and heading off enforcement action following confusion and complaints surrounding a change of use of a former public house into a holiday let.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Alex Madden, Rosalyn Trotman, Fred Quartermain