Rob is a Senior Associate in the Planning and Environmental Team and specialises in planning, highways, compulsory purchase and public law.

Rob advises both public and private sector clients on major development and housing-led regeneration schemes, as well as advising on complex section 106 and highway agreements. Prior to joining Trowers & Hamlins, Rob accumulated over 12 years' experience in local government, initially in governance and then as a solicitor, most recently employed as the Senior Planning Lawyer at the London Borough of Haringey. He has an excellent understanding of local authority decision-making practices and governance related issues.  Rob is experienced in all aspects of the planning regime, from policy formulation through to the submission and determination of applications. He also frequently advises on community infrastructure levy, permitted development rights, viability related issues and planning appeals.

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A long-term solution to temporary accommodation: How building housing using industrialised construction methods can ease the burden on local authorities

Too many families are being housed in costly, unsuitable temporary accommodation, often for far longer than intended. With pressures on budgets intensifying and demand continuing to grow, local authorities are increasingly in need of smarter, more sustainable solutions.

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