How It Works
Unlocking the value in your land doesn't have to be complicated.
We've designed our process to be straightforward, transparent, and risk-free for landowners. Here's what working with Peakmere looks like from start to finish.
Step 1 — Free appraisal
It starts with a conversation. We'll look at your land — its location, size, proximity to existing settlements, and any other relevant factors — and give you an honest assessment of its development potential.
This costs you nothing. It commits you to nothing. If we don't think your land is suitable, we'll tell you plainly and explain why. If we do, we'll talk you through the next steps.
Step 2 — Option agreement
If your land has potential we can work with, we'll propose an option agreement. This is a legal agreement between you and Peakmere that gives us the right to progress your site on your behalf within a defined timeframe.
You retain ownership of your land throughout and pay nothing at any stage — not now, not later. We never charge landowners a fee. However, it's important to understand what signing means: if we successfully achieve planning permission and secure a buyer, you are committed to selling at the price agreed in the option agreement. We are not obliged to proceed — but if we do, the sale is binding on you.
This is why we always recommend you take independent legal advice before signing anything. That's not small print — it's genuinely what we'd want for you.
Step 3 — We do the work
Once an option agreement is in place, we take over completely. We assess the best route for your site, bring in the right partners, and manage the entire process — including any planning applications where relevant. All costs are covered by us and our partners. You are not asked to contribute anything.
You'll hear from us regularly. You won't be left wondering what's happening with your land.
Step 4 — You receive your payment
When the planning permission is granted and the site completes through a sale to a developer you receive your payment. We make our money from the increase in land value that our work creates. Your payment and ours are not in competition.
We'll be clear about what you can expect to receive before you sign anything.
What You Can Expect From Us
Our commitment to every landowner we work with.
We'll give you an honest appraisal, even if the answer isn't what you were hoping for.
We'll keep you informed at every stage. You won't be left in the dark.
We'll recommend independent legal advice before anything is signed.
We'll never pressure you. If you want time to think, take it.
Common Questions
A few things landowners often ask us.
Does it cost me anything? Nothing. We never charge landowners a fee - not upfront, not on completion. We make our money from the increase in land value that our work generates.
Do I have to sell my land? If we successfully achieve planning permission and secure a buyer, yes - under the terms of the option agreement you are committed to selling at the agreed price. We are not obliged to proceed, but if we do, the sale is binding. This is a significant commitment and we'll always recommend you take independent legal advice before signing.
What kind of land are you interested in? We're interested in sites with residential development potential that others may have overlooked. That includes brownfield land such as disused commercial units, redundant yards, and underused sites within or adjacent to existing settlement boundaries. We also consider paddocks, field edges, and garden plots where there is a realistic prospect of residential development. If you're not sure whether your land is worth talking about, get in touch and we'll tell you.
How long does it take? It depends on the site and the route we take. We'll be upfront about realistic timescales from the start and keep you updated throughout.
What if planning permission isn't granted? You have lost nothing. All costs associated with progressing your site are carried by us and our partners - never by you.
Ready to find out what your land could be worth?
Start with a free appraisal. No cost, no commitment, just an honest conversation.
