Stafford advises on complex planning and environmental matters, guiding clients through development approvals, compliance and infrastructure projects with clarity and confidence.
Biography
Stafford advises clients in planning, development and environmental law. Adopting a pragmatic approach, Stafford balances development and community needs to achieve his clients’ objectives.
Stafford’s work includes acting on major projects including master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, shopping centres, housing and large-scale entertainment venues. He also advises on critical infrastructure such as ports, airports, roads and water systems, as well as advising on the compulsory resumption of land and statutory land valuations.
Clients value Stafford’s ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and deliver practical solutions.
Stafford's experience
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Townsville City Council
Advising on project approval, tenure, land acquisition and environmental offsets for the 2,200 ha Lansdown Eco-Industrial Precinct, a hub for advanced manufacturing, processing and emerging industries. -
Cross River Rail Delivery Authority
Acting for the authority on land and easement acquisitions under the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority Act and determination of compensation under the Acquisition of Land Act. -
Townsville City Council
Advising on infrastructure agreements under the Planning Act for the $43m Northern Beaches Trunk Road Infrastructure Package, unlocking 2,600 new homes. -
Stadiums Queensland
Advising the client on approval and compliance for the development and use of major sports facilities in Queensland, including the Suncorp Stadium and Queensland Tennis Centre redevelopments. -
Walker Corporation
Advising on approval and compliance for the $2.5bn Maroochydore City Centre under the Queensland Economic Development Act and Commonwealth EPBC Act. -
Walker Corporation
Advising on the State Facilitated Development approval pathway for the Lakesview Robina master planned community for 2,500 dwellings under the Planning Act.