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Ariel done photo of the two eco bungalows in Alveston - built by Landhaven
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The Story Behind the Alveston Eco Bungalows : A Landowner & Investor Video Case Study

Watch now and discover how Landhavenworked with the Gardner family to unlock the potential of a challenging Green Belt site in South Gloucestershire, delivering two eco homes through planning expertise, investor support and collaborative property development.
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Landhaven team assessing the potential of garden land for development
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Selling garden land for development? Here’s what you need to know

Selling garden land for developement has the potential to unlock huge value in your property. But first, it's important to carefully weigh up the pros and cons.
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How to Pay for Care Home Fees Using Property: 2 Practical Options Families Overlook

Paying for Elderly Care Costs: How Property Can be Part of the Plan One of the most common questions families ask when a parent needs residential care is: “Do we have to sell the house to pay for care home fees?” For many people in the UK, property represents the ...
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Eco Homes Development UK - March 2026 Progress Update
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Alveston Eco Bungalows March Video Update | Landscaping, Eco Features & Final Progress

Alveston Eco Homes development update for March 2026. Final stages, landscaping, eco features and project progress from Landhaven’s sustainable bungalow development near Bristol.
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Housing for an Ageing Population: Why the UK Needs More Single-Storey Homes
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Why the Future of Development Must Include Homes for an Ageing Population

The UK faces a growing shortage of homes suitable for older people. Explore why single-storey housing is both a social necessity and a smart development strategy.
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Andrew Minto shares 10 things he's learnt in 10 years of property development in Bristol
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10 Things I’ve Learnt in 10 Years of Property Development in Bristol 

Landhaven’s MD, Andrew Minto, shares what he’s learnt about property development in Bristol in the last 10 years.
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UK Property Development Why Investors Are Asking New Questions in 2025
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ROI vs. Impact in UK Property Development: Why Investors Are Asking New Questions in 2026

One of our core approaches is new build property investment - creating high-quality homes designed for sale on the open market. This strategy is built on three pillars: identifying high-demand locations, designing for modern living, and delivering homes that buyers want.
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Alveston Eco Bungalows December Update | Fit-Out Progress & Landscaping

This month, we’re sharing a new on-site video update from Andrew Minto, filmed at our Alveston eco bungalow development. In this walkthrough, Andrew highlights the latest progress across both plots as the interiors move deeper into the fit-out phase and key finishes begin to arrive.
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Alveston Eco Bungalows November Update | Interior Progress & Video Walkthrough

This month, we’re sharing a new on-site video update from Andrew Minto, filmed at our Alveston eco bungalow development. In this walkthrough, Andrew highlights the latest progress across both plots as the interiors move deeper into the fit-out phase and key finishes begin to arrive.
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What is Biodiversity Net Gain? How BNG Affects Your Land’s Development Potential

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a new legislation that requires all developments to leave nature in a better condition than before. From 2024, planning applications must show at least a 10% ‘net gain’ (improvement) in biodiversity. This will affect your land’s value and development potential.
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understanding planning gain
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Understanding Planning Gain: Unlocking Value Through Landhaven’s Expertise

Discover planning gain and planning uplift with Landhaven: Maximise land value through expert planning permission strategies in Bristol, driving growth for landowners and investors.
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Parcel of Garden land - The Hidden Power of Land Assembly, an Approach to Property Development
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The Hidden Power of Land Assembly, an Approach to Property Development

How Small Plots Can Make Big Impact Did you know that your garden or the land behind your home might be worth far more than you think? At Landhaven, we specialise in helping property owners unlock hidden value by bringing together neighbouring plots of land in a process called land ...
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Is My Land Developable? 7 Signs You’re Sitting on Hidden Value

Have you ever wondered if your garden, field, or run-down building might be worth more than you think? At Landhaven, we help landowners in and around Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire unlock value others often overlook. Whether you’re looking to sell, partner, or explore options, we ensure it’s a ...
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Andrew Minto at Landhaven planning property development in Bristol
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10 Reasons to Make a Property Investment in Bristol Right Now

Find out why now is a good time to make a property investment in Bristol with Landhaven - an expanding economy, high rental demand and a great place to live.
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Andrew Minto explaining the investment opportunity with Landhaven to a client
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Invest in Property Development With Our ‘5 Returns’ Approach

Want to invest in the UK property market? Property development, buy-to-let, investing with a developer or crowdfunding. Which one is right for you?
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Two new Bungalows being developed by Landhaven at Alveston - front render
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New Build Property Investment: Landhaven’s Strategy for Creating Homes That Sell

One of our core approaches is new build property investment—creating high-quality homes designed for sale on the open market. This strategy is built on three pillars: identifying high-demand locations, designing for modern living, and delivering homes that buyers want.
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Building an authentic brand for property developer Landhaven
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Beyond the Corporate Facade: Building Trust & Transparency in Property Development

In an industry where corporate facades are common, Landhaven set out to do things differently. By redefining our brand, we’ve built a property development identity rooted in trust, transparency, and authenticity. Discover how our collaboration with Anorak Cat shaped a brand that truly reflects who we are and the values ...
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Landhaven -Consumer Code for New Homes
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Why Landhaven’s Commitment to the Consumer Code for New Homes Matters to You

When purchasing a new home, peace of mind is just as important as location, design, and price. At Landhaven, we understand that buying a home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, which is why we are committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and customer ...
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Landhaven Announces Proud Sponsorship of Bristol Cabot Choir

What is a promotion agreement, how do they work, and what are the advantages for landowners and developers? Advice and case studies from Landhaven.
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Emersons Green sustainable housing development with eco-friendly homes and green spaces
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Exciting Prospects for Emersons Green: Sustainable Housing Vision Moves Forward

Landhaven is preparing to advance a transformative residential development in Emersons Green. The site has been identified by South Gloucestershire Council as a potential location for up to 65 new homes, providing a unique opportunity to address housing needs in the area while promoting sustainability and biodiversity.
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Sell property for redevelopment - a brownfield site in Westbury on Trym in Bristol, historical photo of the shop that used to be there
Seller Stories

The O’Dea Family Legacy: How One Family Sold Property For Redevelopment

The land owned by the O’Dea family at the proposed new development, Court Farm Mews, in Westbury-on-Trym, has previously been used for private garages and a commercial unit, but it is now under-used, deteriorating and in urgent need of redevelopment.
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Property Developer Landhaven, solving a complex planning puzzle for the Gardner family
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How Landhaven Helped the Gardner Family Unlock Land Value by Solving a Complex Planning Puzzle

With perseverance and a healthy dose of creativity, we turned derelict scrubland in Alveston on the South Gloucestershire GreenBelt into a valuable asset generating a regular monthly income for our client and creating an exciting project for us.
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Co living home to rent - luxury shared spaces and kitchen at Station Road in Bristol
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Landhaven’s Homes to Rent Strategy: A Pathway to Quality Co-Living Homes for Rent

Landhaven’s Homes to Rent strategy focuses on transforming properties into high-quality co-living homes for rent, designed for modern urban professionals. At Landhaven, we are redefining the rental market by offering premium co-living spaces that foster a community-driven experience.
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promotion agreements - Andrew Minto from Landhaven
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Why sell land under a promotion agreement? All you need to know

What is a promotion agreement, how do they work, and what are the advantages for landowners and developers? Advice and case studies from Landhaven.
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Andrew Minto at Landhaven planning property development in Bristol
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Andrew Minto Architecture: An Evolution From Building Surveyor to Designer to Developer

For me, the biggest satisfaction is seeing the project right through – from the initial conception to the very end. This would be possible if I controlled the whole development - which sparked the idea for a property development company.
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Andrew Minto from Landhaven discussing an option agreement with potential sellers
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Buying or selling land? You need to know about option agreements

If you’re considering selling land to a developer, an option agreement is the practical, low-stress choice to get your land from potential to the point of sale. Option agreements are one of the main ways land for development is bought and sold in the UK. Here’s what you need to ...
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Andrew Minto and builder discussing planning permission hurdles
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Getting Planning Permission: How to Overcome Planning Permission Hurdles

Getting planning permission can be a long and complicated process, with a variety of challenges to overcome. But there are things you can do to give your development the best chance of pleasing the planners.
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Portishead - The Edwards Family, selling via an Option Agreement
Seller Stories

The Edwards Family – Selling to Landhaven via an Option Agreement

When the Edwards family made contact with us about a potential development site in Portishead we worked with them to not only deliver financial security but to honour their parents wishes and the history of the land they’d cared for since the 1960s.
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Ways to invest in the UK property market - Andrew Minto working on a property development in Bristol
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Four ways to invest in the UK property market

Want to invest in the UK property market? Property development, buy-to-let, investing with a developer or crowdfunding. Which one is right for you?
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Photo featured in Bristol Life Meet the Property Experts edition
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Andrew Minto in Bristol Life Magazine – Meet The Property Experts

In this exclusive 'Meet The Property Experts' feature, Bristol Life Magazine highlights Landhaven’s approach to property development.
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Court Farm Mews proposed development in Westbury On Trym
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Planning Application Submitted for Court Farm Mews in Westbury on Trym, Bristol

A planning submission has been made for a mixed-use development on a deteriorating brownfield site in Westbury on Trym, bringing five new homes and a commercial unit.
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Andrew Minto at Landhaven advising on how to successfully build new homes on brownfield sites
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How to successfully build new homes on brownfield sites

What are the benefits of developing brownfield sites and how can you ensure success? Expert advice from Landhaven.
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Co-living in Bristol
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Luxury co-living home ready for housemates

Station Road, Shirehampton, is luxury co-living accommodation in Bristol, designed to suit working professionals looking for a house-share.
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Is your garden the nest-egg you didn’t know you had?

At a time when we’re all tightening our belts and considering ways to protect our financial future, you may be wondering if selling your garden land for development is the answer.
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Selling garden land for development in Bristol
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7 reasons to convert property from commercial to residential

Converting redundant commercial buildings to residential homes can be more sustainable, add value and help revive the high street. Find out more.
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Co-living in Bristol
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Why co-living is the future

The future of shared housing is co-living. From community to affordability to sustainability, find out what next generation co-living has to offer.
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Landhaven- Award Winner South West 2021 - Federation of Master Builders - logo
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Landhaven win the Master Builder Awards 2021

Landhaven are proud to be winners in the Federation of Master Builders’ Master Builder Awards 2021 – South West. The winning category was ‘Best Kitchen’.
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Landhaven Shortlisted for Regional Finals

Landhaven are nominated in the category of ‘Best Small New Housing Development’ for their recently completed project on Hillcrest Road, Portishead.
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Landhaven Featured in ‘Resident’ Magazine

Landhaven Homes – and Director Andrew Minto – have been featured in a full-page editorial for the ‘Clevedon & Portishead Resident’ magazine (March 2020).
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Building Excellence Award winning Landhaven home in Portishead, Bristol
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Landhaven Win Building Excellence Award 2020

Landhaven Homes are extremely proud to be Winners in North Somerset Council’s Building Excellence Awards for 2020. Landhaven won in the category of ‘Best Small Housing Development’.
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Landhaven Finalists in Bristol Life Awards 2020

In March 2020, we were thrilled to hear that we were shortlisted as Finalists in Bristol Life’s 2020 Awards. Competition was tough as there were over 400 nominations!
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