Spatial Planning & The Environment

Spatial planning in the Netherlands is becoming increasingly complex. Projects often involve multiple, competing interests: housing, nature, energy and the economy. The environmental plan plays a central role and increasingly determines what is and is not permitted.

For public authorities, this means integrated decision-making and clear justification. For businesses, it requires earlier involvement, sharper positioning and adapting to changing frameworks. Issues such as nitrogen, environmental impact and energy transition add further complexity. In this environment, timing, precision and strategy are key.

We bring structure to complex spatial challenges

We help you move projects forward while keeping them legally sound. Our team understands the dynamics, the interests at stake and the practical challenges. We translate complex rules into clear, workable steps.

We advise on permits, planning instruments and procedures, and help you determine the best route forward. Where necessary, we litigate – always with the end result in mind. Our advice is legally robust and works in practice.

Our expertise

• Environmental plans and project decisions
• Environmental permits
• Enforcement
• Environmental issues (including odour, noise, external safety and air quality), water, nature and soil
• Energy transition
• Environment and Planning Act
• Traffic decisions

Who do we work for?

We work for public and private sector organisations, including local authorities, water boards, property developers, utility companies, parties in the (sustainable) energy sector and retail organisations.