SITES OF SPECIAL SCIENTIFIC INTEREST (SSSI's)
Sites of Scientific Interest involve complex property, planning, and environmental considerations, including conservation obligations, restricted development rights, and regulatory compliance. We advise councils, developers, and investors on managing, developing, or acquiring these sites responsibly and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Advised on hundreds of matters relating to SSSI's for Natural England including issues relating to planning agreements, licences, litigation, adverse possession claims, land registry issues and more.
Legal issues that may arise
Claims relating to the damage or mistreatment of SSSI land.
Advice relating to whether land does or does not meet the standards for SSSI.
Leases and licences of SSSI land.
Advice relating to rewilding schemes on SSSI land.
Title investigation and review of SSSI land.
Drafting or reviewing planning agreements relating to SSSI land.
Claims of adverse possession relating to SSSI land.
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