Russell Cooke Putney London 2

About Tom

I pride myself on giving straightforward and clear advice when dealing with the complexities of the planning system.

Tom specialises in all areas of contentious and non-contentious planning, compulsory purchase and highways law and acts for a range of clients across the sector.

He takes pride in making the complexities of the planning system accessible and providing practical, comprehensive advice to clients.

Experience

Tom has extensive experience advising on planning agreements (section 106s) and planning conditions for a range of clients including large housebuilders and social housing providers where he advises on the
securitisation implications of s106 provisions.

Tom also has experience advising on BNG/nutrients/ habitats, CIL, planning enforcement, highways law, compulsory acquisition and judicial/statutory reviews. 

Education

  • Studied Law at the University of Sheffield and graduated in 2018
  • Studied Law at the Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law USA 2017
  • Completed LPC at the University of Northumbria in 2019

Tom's highlights

News

19.07.2024

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and change of use applications

Associate Tom Jenkins delves into the new Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirement in England, effective from 12 February 2024...
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News

15.07.2024

Bold changes to the planning system with growth as the target

Partner Alex Ground and associate Tom Jenkins discuss Labour's proposed changes to the UK's national planning system following...
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News

09.07.2024

Accounting for indirect emissions—Property Week

In light of the landmark judgment by the Supreme Court on the Surrey oil well case, partner Alex Ground and associate Tom Jenkins are...
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