JUNCTION
Junctions involve complex property, planning, and regulatory considerations, from land acquisition and access rights to maintenance, redevelopment, and infrastructure improvements. We advise councils, highway authorities, and investors on managing these projects efficiently and in compliance with all legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Joint property lawyers to Highways England.
Advised on proposals for a new bus only junction/slip road onto the M32, including the ability to control use by other forms of traffic and the application of the Road Traffic Acts.
Advised on permanent and temporaryRoad Traffic Regulation Orders covering large areas of Bristol, with a view to control traffic  and create residents' parking zones.
Advised on the planning work surrounding the construction of a new highway, including a 40-metre road bridge spanning a main railway line and a 600 space park and ride scheme.
Secured CPOs and negotiated with landowners to secure multiple sites for the development of road junctions and bypasses.
Disposed of junctions and surrounding land via individual sales and auctions.
Legal issues that may arise
Disposals of junctions and surrounding land through individual and auction sales.
Clawback and overage provisions.
Acquisition of sites for the construction of a junction.
Securing sites through Compulsory Purchase Orders and negotiation.
Licences to occupy.
Lease negotiations and renewals.
Granting of easements and restrictive Covenants.
Title issues and reports.
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