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Finding Residential Development Opportunities in London

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Finding Residential Development Opportunities in London Property Investment & Wealth Building

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Development · Sites

Development opportunities

Off-marketsourcing
Planningregisters
PDrights
Appraisalfirst
In short: Residential development opportunities in London range from loft and rear extensions to infill plots, conversions of commercial buildings and larger brownfield sites. Many are found off-market through agents, owners and planning registers rather than portals. Before buying, check the London Plan and local plan policies, permitted development rights, affordable housing requirements, CIL and Section 106 contributions, and do a development appraisal so the land price works. Fraser Bond helps source sites and sell completed schemes.

From site to exit

1
Set a briefSize, location, budget and strategy.
2
SourceAgents, auctions, planning registers and direct approaches.
3
AppraiseGross development value, costs, finance, CIL and profit.
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PlanningPre-application advice and the planning route.
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ExitSell or let the completed homes.

Frequently asked questions

Does Fraser Bond source sites?

Yes, alongside selling and letting new homes.

What is CIL?

A charge on new development.

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