Land arrangements can be complex and vary widely from site to site. Schools should look particularly carefully at existing lease arrangements, shared facilities and residential premises on site.

Carrying out an early assessment of the land arrangements can be the key to a smooth and timely conversion. Our academies team handles all manner of property and shared use issues, including short and long term leases, title investigation and due diligence, grant of easements for utilities, building licences and development agreements.

Our team also regularly advises on schools construction and whole-school infrastructure projects.

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