Land Development Articles & Blog

Why are there so many empty office blocks?

Five Ways Tower: From Landmark to Dereliction - What’s holding up its Revival?IntroductionLocated on a 2.1 acre plot at the junction of Frederick Road and Islington Row Middleway in central Birmingham...

How to find and develop empty properties

This guide walks you through the process of finding empty properties that are worth developing. That disused factory has been standing empty for five years.  Everyone drives past it. Nobod...

A Step by Step Guide to carrying out due diligence

Find your site by driving around and searching for it (time and cost), searching Google Streetview (out of date), or contacting agents (if you happen to be their favourite client). If this a...

How do you protect heritage whilst moving forward?

135 year old abandoned Victorian mill in NechellsLocated in Cato Street North, Nechells, an inner city ward of Birmingham, the Nechells Mill— known historically as Nechells Place Mill—...

What’s the best way to spot empty property development opportunities?

This guide outlines some proven methods for identifying vacant buildings with development potential, from on-the-ground searching to using digital tools and community insights. There are vacant b...

What are off-market properties and where can I find them?

What are off-market properties, and where can I find them?This blog explains what off-market empty properties are, why they matter, and how Land Attic can help you find them.The property market...

Are you a EPC Surveyor or Landlord?

Are you a EPC Surveyor or Landlord?Did you know that every empty property needs an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) before being marketed for sale or let? It's crucial to have one done to ensure...

Land Attic nominated Midlands Proptech company 2024

Land Attic was hugely proud to be nominated as Midlands Proptech company for the 2nd year running!The key attributes highlighted by the judges was the engagement with communities in providing them a v...

Reclaiming Redundant Land: A Green Solution to Housing and Climate Change

In the ongoing battle against climate change, innovative solutions are needed to address the growing demand for housing while minimizing environmental impact. One promising avenue is the development o...

Levelling up and the Regeneration Bill: Further Hope for Under-Utilised Land?

Could the new Bill assist with brownfield development and encourage the use of under-utilised buildings? There are some positive signs:Land Ownership Data: Information on contractual arrangements...