SOLAR PLANT
Solar plants involve complex property, planning, and regulatory considerations, from site acquisition and lease arrangements to environmental compliance and grid connection requirements. We advise investors, developers, and operators on managing, developing, and optimising solar energy assets efficiently and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Advised a farming partnership on the negotiation and exchange of an option agreement conditional on planning, for the grant of a 25 year lease of a solar park, on 120 acres of arable land.
Advised on a lease of land by a local authority for use as a solar power plant, considering all relevant needs of the client.
Advised on licenses and easements to ensure access for cables and personnel servicing solar plants.
Advised on solar and wind farm joint venture projects.
Legal issues that may arise
Environmental and Planning issues.
Acquisition and disposal of land.
Agricultural land law.
Lease arrangements.
Easements, licenses and rights of way.
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.