Mark Gauguier
Partner
Future building
Henry Stevens
Clare Reddy
Placemaking is a collaborative, community-led approach to planning and managing developments.
It aims to create vibrant, inclusive neighbourhoods by enhancing the natural, cultural, social, and physical identity of a place.
As the Government strives to meet its ambitious housing targets and spur economic growth, placemaking is facilitating the delivery of much-needed, high-quality housing, as well as mixed-use and commercial developments.
Stages of placemaking
Discover the scope of work involved at each stage to build thriving communities.
Your placemaking perspectives
Just as placemaking is a collaborative approach to development, we are seeking a range of perspectives to improve understanding and highlight the key opportunities and challenges of adopting a patient development model.
This publication is a general summary of the law. It should not replace legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
© Farrer & Co LLP, April 2025
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