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By Associate and Compulsory Purchase expert, Heather Laws.
Significant progress has recently been made for landowners around Carlisle, and it serves as an important reminder of the value of informed, specialist land and rights advice.
A further milestone has been reached in the delivery of St Cuthbert’s Garden Village, one of the largest housing‑led development projects in the North of England. Proposed to be comparable in scale to Penrith, the scheme is set to deliver up to 10,000 new homes, along with employment opportunities, green space, transport improvements and essential community infrastructure to the south of Carlisle. Its size and long‑term scope make it one of the most transformative schemes currently underway in the region.
For landowners within or close to the affected area, the implications are wide‑ranging. Projects of this scale rely on coordinated land assembly, continually evolving planning strategies and, in some cases, the exercise of compulsory purchase powers. These processes can affect land values, access rights, long‑term development potential and the ability of landowners to retain control over strategic decisions relating to their property. Understanding the full picture early – including risks, opportunities and likely timeframes – is essential in safeguarding long‑term interests.
This is where GFW’s specialist Compulsory Purchase team plays a critical role. Drawing on deep technical expertise, sector knowledge and experience across major regeneration schemes, the team provides clear, independent guidance to help landowners navigate an often complex and highly procedural process. Whether land is directly required for development, impacted by associated infrastructure or affected by changes to access and rights, informed representation can make a decisive difference to outcomes.
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Our focus is to ensure landowners properly understand their position, the protections available to them and the fair level of compensation to which they may be entitled.
If you find yourself within the impacted area, or believe your land or rights may be affected by the proposals for St Cuthbert’s Garden Village, early engagement with a specialist is vital. Acting proactively can safeguard long‑term value, ensure your rights are protected and help avoid unintended disadvantages later in the process.
For expert compulsory purchase and land assembly advice, contact GFW’s specialist team today.
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