HOUSING
Housing developments involve complex property, planning, and regulatory considerations, from site acquisition and lease arrangements to planning permissions, compliance, and redevelopment opportunities. We advise councils, housing associations, and investors on managing and developing housing estates efficiently and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Drafted and negotiated Section 106 agreements relating to numerous multi-million pound housing developments.
Acquisition of multiple housing developments on behalf of a national investor.
Advised on and developed several CPOs for major housing developments.
In-house advice to a national housing group on all of their property requirements.
Advised several local authorities on their bulk housing purchases for affordable homes.
Legal issues that may arise
Acquiring and disposing of land for housing development.
Negotiating with Local Authorities to deliver housing and other infrastructures.
Obtaining planning permission for developments.
CPOs and /or site and property acquisitions.
Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements.
Environmental issues including rights to light, contamination and nuisance.
Securing vacant possession of sites via CPO for large-scale redevelopments including housing.
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.