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only one appeal on the ground of lack of jurisdiction
was successful and none of the appeals on the ground
of serious irregularity had been upheld.
Mr James Carr
Architectural Design Expert Witness
B.A (Hons) Polytechnic of Nor th London, Dip Arch (Hons) (Dist) Polytechnic of Nor th London, RIBA, ARB
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James Carr is a Architectural Design expert witness, he is owner and manager of
Mapridge Design Studios Ltd. James is a registered architect and a member of both the
Architects Registration Board and the Royal Institute of British Architects.
James
has
core
skill
experience
in
designing
high
quality, viable
and
sustainable
developments that could always deliver added value. His extensive involvement in the
design and construction of a wide range of building types, from inception to completion
From addressing complex legal issues, to providing
clear and practical advice, our team will be by your
side, wherever you are, to guide you toward the best
outcome for your business.
adds to his expertise. He has considerable knowledge and experience of the planning
system and has helped negotiate and steer many complex projects to success. His
particular interest and skills are in the creation of residential and mixed-use developments
ensuring these projects deliver integrated, viable and exceptional places to live and work.
James has acted as Expert Architectural Design Witness at Planning Inquiries, Compulsory
Purchase Inquiries, Negligence and Copyright Examinations. He has acted for major
Authors
Paul Taylor
Partner
Paul advises traders, insurers, ship owners, charterers
and operators, P&I clubs, oil majors and companies
generally. In addition to his commodities and shipping expertise, he has extensive marine and non-marine insurance experience.
housebuilders, developers and for private individuals to help unlock complex and difficult
planning situations so that development can take place.
James has expertise in the following areas:
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Construction involvement in matters regarding Party Walls, Rights of Lights,
disputes and other related issues such as access, highways, noise etc.
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Planning inquiries
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Compulsory purchases
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Urban Design and Master Planning: of mixed use
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New office development
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New and refurbishment residential projects throughout London, home counties
and England.
Reema Shour
Professional Support Lawyer
Reema practiced in London (City) shipping firms for
over 15 years before becoming a professional support
lawyer at an international law firm for over 14 years.
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New and refurbishment commercial projects for offices.
Contact: Tel: 07710 845 928
Email: james.carr@mapridgedesignstudios.co.uk
Website: www.mapridgedesignstudios.co.uk
Area of Work:
Buckinghamshire & Nationwide
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