The Modern Landed Estate podcast – The shifting landscape of strategic land development

We have been advising the owners of rural and urban estates throughout our long history and are attuned to the multiple challenges owners face to run the estate effectively, from economic instability, the impact of changing regulations to the effects of climate change.

In our Modern Landed Estate podcast series, we explore the challenges, opportunities, and key considerations for estate owners. We look at how the decisions made today can shape the estate’s future for generations and explore the options for land diversification – whether that’s selling for development, taking on the development process yourself, or something in between.

In episode two, Patrick Moseley, Head of National Strategic Development at Savills joins Sophie Henwood and Andrew Loan to explore the changing dynamics of strategic land development.

From shifting planning policies to regional trends, they discuss what is influencing land opportunities across the UK and how landowners can respond. Our expert guest shares practical advice on when to act, the signs to watch for and why having a clear long-term vision is essential. They also unpack the different delivery models available, from promotion agreements to direct delivery and how to balance control, risk and reward when making strategic decisions.

A must-listen for estates, landowners and professionals navigating the evolving development landscape, this episode offers valuable perspectives on making informed, future-proof decisions in a complex and changing planning environment.

Over the course of the series, we will speak to experts from across the spectrum of private client, taxation, real estate and construction and hope to deliver some real-life insights from those who have embarked on similar projects and have navigated similar pastures. Find out more about the series here.