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A viability assessment using the residual method to value land or development sites, accounting for build costs, professional fees, finance, and anticipated GDV (Gross Development Value).

Clients

  • Developers and planning consultants
  • Property investors
  • Landowners

Why Our Commercial Development Appraisals Deliver

An appraisal supports land acquisition, project planning and negotiations by assessing potential value, costs and commercial risks for the proposed scheme.

Land value, construction costs, professional fees, financing, sales values, profit margins and sensitivity testing.

Through scenario testing of lettings, construction costs and interest rate impacts.

Yes, we provide impartial viability assessments for partnership structures.

The appropriate margin depends on the scheme, market conditions and development risks. We assess the assumptions for the individual project rather than applying a fixed percentage.

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Commercial Development Appraisals That De-Risk Decisions
Holdens Chartered Surveyors provides independent development appraisals across Lancashire, Cumbria and Greater Manchester. We help developers, investors and landowners understand commercial viability before making decisions about a site or scheme. Our appraisals consider residual land value, build costs, professional fees, planning status and achievable market values. Sensitivity testing shows how changes in key assumptions may affect the project. From land acquisition to project exit, the report gives you clear financial analysis to compare options, inform negotiations and plan the next steps.

6 Benefits of Development Appraisals (Commercial)

Assesses Site Viability and Profitability

Our appraisals rigorously test financial feasibility, ensuring only commercially viable projects proceed to the next stage.

Breaks Down Project Development Costs

Detailed analysis of construction, professional fees and financing costs prevents budget overruns.

Supports Land Negotiations or Joint Ventures

Provides impartial valuation evidence for land purchase discussions and partnership structuring.

Supports Commercial Project Planning

Provides projected costs and values to help developers and landowners assess options and understand commercial viability.

Used in Option Agreement Valuations

Establishes evidence-based pricing for land option exercises and overage payments.

Informs Project Go/No-Go Decisions

Clear financial metrics (IRR, profit-on-cost) enable confident investment choices at key gateways.

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