Developers
Whether it’s a retail, residential, office or mixed use development, and regardless of where you are in the world in embarking on your UK development venture, we’ll guide you with advice and innovative solutions at every stage, from initial site assembly, planning and, where required, compulsory purchase, through to construction, pre-letting and funding.
Regardless of scale, understanding the intricacies of your development venture, identifying the commercial objectives and working closely with the broader development advisory team will ensure the successful outcome you are looking for in your development project.
Our expert team will also guide and help you become and remain compliant with the latest legislation and policies, including the Building Safety Act, working through the requirements to ensure adherence and minimise the risk of enforcement.
Recommended reading
The Building Safety Levy comes into force on 1 October 2026, but what is it and what is it designed to achieve? Introduced under The Building Safety Levy (England) Regulations 2025, the levy will apply to eligible residential and purpose-built student accommodation developments where a building control application is submitted after 1 October 2026. It is expected to raise £3 billion over the next decade, helping to fund essential remediation works to address existing building safety issues.
Read more 2 min read 17 Aug 2026 Boodle Hatfield Property Insights – Summer 2026 EditionIn this edition, we explore the latest legal and regulatory developments affecting property owners, investors, developers and landlords across both the commercial and residential sectors. As the pace of reform continues to accelerate, the focus is increasingly on the cumulative impact of a number of overlapping legislative and policy changes.
Read more 3 min read 08 Jul 2026 The American buyer’s guide to purchasing property in the CotswoldsThe Cotswolds continues to attract American buyers seeking a second home, family base or long-term investment. However, purchasing rural property in England comes with its own legal, practical and tax considerations, many of which differ significantly from those in the US. With contributions from Partner, Saskia Arthur, Senior Associate, Alex Gamble and John Eric of The Luxury Collective Global Advisory, this guide provides practical insights to help buyers navigate the purchasing process and make informed decisions.
Read more 2 min read 18 Jun 2026 Can the NHB close the finance gap for SME developers?The National Housing Bank is being positioned as more than a large-scale funding initiative, with real potential to reshape how SMEs access development finance. In Inside Housing, Partner, Neil Biswas explores how the NHB’s structure provides accessible, flexible finance to help smaller housebuilders overcome barriers and bring forward more sites.
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