Planning
Europe Guide 2024 : Spain
Band 3
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Provided by Ramón y Cajal Abogados
Our firm is best known for its high quality services in all aspects of the planning sector:
- Preparation and processing of urban development zoning regulations and urban development management instruments: Allotments projects, cooperation and compulsory expropriation projects.
- Drafting, negotiation and processing of urban development agreements to be entered into between owners and public authorities. Set up and advice on compensation boards, urban development agents, conservation entities and other related entities.
- Preparation of urban development reports and legal opinions. Drafting of urban development due diligence reports prior to financing or the acquisition of all types of real estate assets or in sale and leaseback transactions with international investors.
- Advice on obtaining permits for works, activities, initial occupancy and start up, commercial and tourist permits, and authorisation on land non suitable for development.
- Administrative and judicial proceedings in connection with sanctions, expropriations, authorisations, permits, closing orders and against urban development planning and management instruments appeals.
- Advice on urban development aspects of execution and financing of renewable energy projects on land deemed unsuitable for building.
Chambers Review
Ramón y Cajal is frequently instructed by real estate developers and investment funds to assist with the planning due diligence of potential land and property acquisitions. The team advises on the acquisition of concessions to build specific assets, as well as drafting urban development agreements for developers undertaking major regeneration projects. The lawyers also assist with contentious-administrative appeals against town hall decisions.
Work Highlights
- Ramón y Cajal advised Monthisa on the planning matters for its sale and purchase agreement for the Radisson Blue Madrid Prado Hotel.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Ramón y Cajal invest significant time and resources in researching and understanding the intricacies of each case, ensuring they are well prepared to present compelling arguments and solutions."
"Ramón y Cajal has the very strong ability to perform with high proficiency and effectiveness on complex matters of various sorts, making it simple and easy to understand and handle by the client."
"The team at Ramón y Cajal is comprised of creative thinkers who suggest good solutions to complex problems, possess extensive knowledge of their specialisms and are great at finding common ground between parties."
"The entire Ramón y Cajal team demonstrates great technical knowledge and leads matters with great professionalism and proactivity."
"Ramón y Cajal has an excellent team who offer an excellent service. The prices they charge are very low for the quality of their services."
"Ramón y Cajal invest significant time and resources in researching and understanding the intricacies of each case, ensuring they are well prepared to present compelling arguments and solutions."
"Ramón y Cajal has the very strong ability to perform with high proficiency and effectiveness on complex matters of various sorts, making it simple and easy to understand and handle by the client."
"The team at Ramón y Cajal is comprised of creative thinkers who suggest good solutions to complex problems, possess extensive knowledge of their specialisms and are great at finding common ground between parties."
"The entire Ramón y Cajal team demonstrates great technical knowledge and leads matters with great professionalism and proactivity."
"Ramón y Cajal has an excellent team who offer an excellent service. The prices they charge are very low for the quality of their services."
Notable Practitioners
Francisco Bengoetxea heads the Ramón y Cajal planning department. He assists both with the planning-focused due diligence of real estate acquisitions and with standalone advisory mandates for developers undertaking urban development projects in different parts of Spain.
"Francisco's expertise and legal acumen were evident in every aspect of our interactions, from meticulous case preparation to skilful negotiation. His unwavering support and guidance was invaluable."
"Francisco is an extremely professional and responsive lawyer who is fast yet detailed and thorough. He is highly conscious of his clients' needs and is a real pleasure to work with."
"Francisco Bengoetxea is a distinguished expert in urban planning matters, with a profound understanding of the complexities and intricacies of this field."
"Francisco's dedication and availability make him a trusted adviser to clients who are seeking effective urban planning strategies that align seamlessly with their objectives, no matter how complex or unregulated a given project is."
"Francisco is a very good lawyer who has very deep technical knowledge and market vision."