COMMUNITY CENTRE
Community centres often involve complex property and governance issues, including leases, planning permissions, and redevelopment opportunities. We advise councils, trusts, and management boards on these matters, helping ensure community assets are legally compliant and effectively managed.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Drafted and negotiated leases for the use of community centres nationwide.
Advised on the acquisition of a community centre in London.
Drafted and negotiated numerous deeds for overage on community centres.
Acquired a sports and community centre for a local authority via a company acquisition.
Drafted and negotiated Section 106 agreements with requirements for community centres to be acquired.
Legal issues that may arise
Acquisition of land and suitable premises.
Lease of premises.
Lease breaks on current community centre tenancies.
Planning obligations including Section 106 agreements and CIL with provisions for community infrastructure.
Event licences.
THE LEADING UK REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM
We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
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With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
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Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
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Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.