Rob Walker


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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Slot in applications: The problems with overlapping planning permissions

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Webinar: Demystifying Injunctions

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Webinar: Planning and environmental law update: Biodiversity net gain requirements and air quality constraints

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The Housing Secretary announces further planning reforms as part of plans to re-start the housing market

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New permitted development rights to help tackle the Coronavirus pandemic

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