Lewes, East Sussex
Case Study
Henry Adams advised a private landowner on the promotion and disposal of circa 25 acres. Objectives included securing outline planning permission, maximising value and advising on a complex, sensitive site with third-party negotiations.
Key facts
Project: Old Malling Farm
Client: Private Landowner
Site Size: 25 acres
Planning: 226 units
The challenges
- Planning uncertainty, due to central Government policy changes and pending local Development Framework
- National Park location, requiring sensitive design and environmental considerations
- Complex site constraints, including access and infrastructure negotiations
- Maximising value, while managing timing, costs and viability
A robust strategy was required to secure planning permission and expose the site to the open market.
Our advice
Henry Adams provided:
- Oversight of the promotion process and planning submissions
- Guidance on viability, Section 106 negotiations and technical surveys
- Coordination of consultants and marketing strategy post-permission to maximise land value
- Strategic advice to ensure the landowner retained control and maximised value
Outcome
- Secured outline planning permission for 226 units
- Achieved competitive, unconditional sale on the open market
- Provided support on viability and third-party negotiations, unlocking the site’s development potential
