Commercial Property
Commercial Property Development
We support developers and investors with options, conditional contracts, overage, development funding and site assembly. We advise with an eye on exit strategy, tax efficiency and future marketability.
What We Cover
Commercial Development Services
Option Agreements
Drafting and negotiating option agreements giving developers the right to purchase land or property at a future date, subject to conditions such as planning permission.
Conditional Contracts
Advising on conditional contracts where completion is subject to planning, vacant possession or other conditions being satisfied.
Overage & Clawback
Drafting and negotiating overage provisions to protect sellers' interests in future development uplift, and advising developers on the impact of overage obligations.
Development Funding
Acting on development finance facilities, including reporting to lenders, drawdown conditions and monitoring requirements.
Site Assembly
Advising on the acquisition of multiple plots or interests to assemble a development site, including dealing with ransom strips and access rights.
Development Disposals
Acting on the sale of completed developments, including plot sales, commercial unit disposals and portfolio transactions.
Our Approach
Advising With an Eye on the End Game
Development transactions require legal advice that looks beyond the immediate transaction. We advise on the full lifecycle — from site acquisition through to disposal — with commercial awareness at every stage.
Exit Strategy
We advise with an eye on exit — whether that is a sale, refinancing or long-term hold. The right structure at the outset protects value at exit.
Tax Efficiency
We work with your accountants to ensure the transaction structure is tax-efficient, including SDLT planning and VAT considerations.
Future Marketability
Title issues, overage obligations and restrictive covenants can affect future marketability. We identify and address these at the outset.
Planning Risk
We advise on the legal implications of planning conditions and obligations, including Section 106 agreements and CIL.
Fees & Costs
Commercial Development — Fee Information
Development transactions are typically bespoke in nature. We provide a clear written estimate based on the scope of work before any work begins. Fees depend on the complexity of the transaction, the number of parties involved and the nature of the development.
Option Agreements & Conditional Contracts
Fees from £1,500 + VAT, depending on complexity and negotiation required.
Site Assembly & Acquisitions
Fees by arrangement based on number of plots and complexity of title.
Development Finance
Fees by arrangement based on facility size and lender requirements.
Development Disposals
Fees from £1,500 + VAT per unit or by arrangement for portfolio disposals.
Get Started
Request a Fee Estimate
Tell us about your development project and we will provide a clear, no-obligation estimate.
Prefer to speak with us? Call 01244 757352
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