DAM
Dams raise complex property, regulatory, and environmental issues, from land ownership and access rights to safety, maintenance, and redevelopment obligations. We advise councils, utilities, and investors on navigating these legal challenges to ensure dams are managed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulations.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Legal advice on the flooding of a large dam and river located in the Midlands.
Legal issues that may arise
Obtaining planning permission for the construction and maintenance of a dam.
Dealing with the adverse impacts that building a dam may have on the surrounding communities.
Judicial reviews and planning inquires.
Acquisition of land for the construction of a dam.
Complex environmental issues including water quality, fish and wildlife conservation, NEPA & CEQA compliance, clean air, beneficial use and water rights, soil management and hazardous waste, and coastal zone management.
Bespoke and standard construction contracts including including FIDIC, MF1, NEC, IChemE, GC/ Works, JCT, ICE, RIBA and RICS.
Licensing and re-licensing the dam.
Managing an adverse public reaction to the construction of a dam.
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