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Future Homes Standard and Property Development

3 June 2026

Sustainability and energy efficiency are becoming increasingly important across the UK property sector, with new regulations continuing to shape both residential and commercial development projects. With extensive experience in commercial conveyancing, Ives & Co Solicitors advises clients on development land transactions, property acquisitions, leases, refinancing arrangements, and the regulatory considerations that can influence future property value and compliance.

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UK Planning Shake-Up: A Bill That Could Rewrite Development

15 December 2025

At Ives & Co, we closely monitor legislation which affects property, development and infrastructure — and the Planning and Infrastructure Bill is one of the most significant in a generation. With the UK Government aiming to unlock a major building boom and accelerate the delivery of housing, energy, water, and transport infrastructure, the Bill seeks to overhaul decades-old planning laws.

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Companies House Reforms 2025: What Landowners, Developers & Businesses Need to Know

10 September 2025

Our Commercial Conveyancing expertise ensures businesses and property developers stay compliant with the latest legal requirements. The new Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act is changing how companies file information, verify identities, and maintain transparency — and these updates could directly affect your property transactions, joint ventures, and development projects.

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Land Promotion & Development: Key Legal Changes

2 September 2025

At Ives & Co, our Commercial Conveyancing expertise supports developers, investors, and land promoters in navigating complex legal frameworks with confidence. Whether you’re acquiring land for a large-scale development or promoting sites for planning approval, our in-depth understanding of legislative changes ensures your transactions stay compliant and commercially sound.

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UK Farmland Market Cools After 2024 Peak Approved

20 March 2025

The UK farmland market experienced a notable upswing in 2024, reaching its most active level since 2018. More than 187,500 acres were put on the market, marking a substantial rise from previous years. This surge was fuelled by a mix of factors, including shifts in agricultural policy, adverse weather patterns, and mounting economic challenges.

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