BYPASS
Bypasses can transform local areas but often raise complex property issues, from land acquisition and compensation to planning and environmental concerns. We support landowners, developers, and authorities in navigating these challenges to ensure projects progress smoothly and fairly.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Secured land for the construction of a bypass through CPO powers. Successfully negotiated with multiple landowners and third parties with interests in the land.
Advised on a judicial review relating to the use of CPO powers to develop a Bypass.
Drafted and negotiated numerous Section 106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Levys with provisions for the construction of a bypass.
Legal issues that may arise
Site acquisitions.
Securing vacant possession of land through Compulsory Purchase Orders.
Highway considerations including stopping up, private means of access and Side Road Orders.
Planning permissions and obligations including Community Infrastructure Levies and Section 106 agreements.
Planning inquiries and appeals.
Advising, negotiating and drafting construction contracts including FIDIC, NEC, IChemE, GC/ Works, JCT, ICE, RIBA and RICS.
Works procurement methods, timetables and design and construction methods.
Construction dispute matters including delay of works.
Environmental law issues including environmental risk management.
THE LEADING UK REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM
We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
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With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
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Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
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Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.