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Development Consultancy

Expert development advice

Innes England provides a broad range of development consultancy services, supporting our clients with advice for a myriad of situations. We work with public and private sector landowners on issues that are complicated and multi-layered, which is why our decades of experience are a huge benefit.

Our team have an in-depth knowledge of the market and the issues surrounding land development including residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. They have experience with the broad range of uses involved in land development, advising both public and private sector landowners on a broad range of development site issues.

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supporting our clients

Working across our knowledge base and range of experience, we provide a ‘cradle to grave’ service from inception through to scheme completion and disposal. 

Examples of development consultancy work provided include:

Development appraisals to test a scheme’s viability. Viability appraisals to ensure Section 106 and Affordable Housing obligations are at appropriate levels. Advice on the appropriate mix of uses suitable for the marketplace. Advice in support of grant applications amongst others. Negotiation of options agreements, promotion agreements, and overage agreements.

Get in touch

The Development Consultancy Team at Innes England is composed of highly skilled professionals, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in commercial property. Renowned for their market insights and extensive network, which they leverage to provide the best outcomes for our clients. Please contact them to discuss your needs:

Matthew Hannah

MANAGING DIRECTOR | AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Peter Doleman

DIRECTOR | AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Nick Hosking

DIRECTOR | AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Craig Straw

DIRECTOR | HEAD OF AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Ross Whiting

DIRECTOR | AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Dillhan Sharma

SURVEYOR | AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Joshua Edwards

GRADUATE SURVEYOR | AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Joe Bennett

GRADUATE SURVEYOR | AGENCY & DEVELOPMENT

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Case studies

Explore our case studies to see how Innes England’s expertise has successfully guided clients across various sectors in the property market.

Supporting Greggs’ continued expansion across the East Midlands Image

Supporting Greggs’ continued expansion across the East Midlands

The Challenge: As part of its continued expansion across the East Midlands, Greggs required suitable new locations that would provide strong visibility, accessibility and the space needed to meet changing customer expectations. With requirements spanning different locations and property types, the challenge was to identify opportunities that complemented Greggs’ existing estate while supporting its continued regional growth. Innes England was tasked with identifying and securing two suitable premises in Lincoln and Sherwood, building on its longstanding relationship with the national food-to-go retailer.

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Supporting a leading Midlands university with estate valuation and building consultancy Image

Supporting a leading Midlands university with estate valuation and building consultancy

The Challenge: A leading Midlands university required detailed Depreciated Reinstatement Cost Assessments across six key buildings within its estate, including a Grade I-listed heritage building featuring original courtrooms and historic prison cells.

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