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What is a land promotion agreement?

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Posted by Claire Waring on 02 October 2025

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Claire is a senior lawyer specialising in strategic land and residential development. She advises on land acquisition, development, disposal, and promotion for developers, promoters, landowners, local authorities and Registered Providers.

Claire Waring

Claire is a senior lawyer specialising in strategic land and residential development. She advises on land acquisition, development, disposal, and promotion for developers, promoters, landowners, local authorities and Registered Providers.

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