QUARRY
Quarries involve complex property, planning, and regulatory considerations, from land ownership and lease arrangements to environmental compliance, operational permissions, and redevelopment opportunities. We advise councils, investors, and operators on managing and developing quarry assets efficiently, safely, and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Acted on the transfer of a spent quarry from a multinational minerals business to Natural England.
Advised a Central Government body on the acquisition of a quarry site following a CPO.
Advised on the grant of an easement over a quarry site.
Advised a client on the grant of a quarrying lease on their land.
Legal issues that may arise
Acquisition of sites for quarrying use.
Disposal of land formerly used as a quarry.
Licenses to occupy quarries.
Joint venture arrangements for the use of quarry land.
Environmental law issues, including contamination and nuisance.
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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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