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The Story Behind the Alveston Eco Bungalows : A Landowner & Investor Video Case Study
Andrew Minto
June 22, 2026
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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Selling garden land for development? Here’s what you need to know
Andrew Minto
June 5, 2026
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
Andrew Minto
April 28, 2026
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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Alveston Eco Bungalows March Video Update | Landscaping, Eco Features & Final Progress
Andrew Minto
March 26, 2026
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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Why the Future of Development Must Include Homes for an Ageing Population
Andrew Minto
February 12, 2026
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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10 Things I’ve Learnt in 10 Years of Property Development in Bristol
Andrew Minto
January 20, 2026
Landhaven’s MD, Andrew Minto, shares what he’s learnt about property development in Bristol in the last 10 years.
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ROI vs. Impact in UK Property Development: Why Investors Are Asking New Questions in 2026
Andrew Minto
January 14, 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
Andrew Minto
January 9, 2026
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
Andrew Minto
December 3, 2025
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
Andrew Minto
September 25, 2025
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: Unlocking Value Through Landhaven’s Expertise
Andrew Minto
September 16, 2025
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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The Hidden Power of Land Assembly, an Approach to Property Development
Andrew Minto
August 15, 2025
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
Andrew Minto
July 24, 2025
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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10 Reasons to Make a Property Investment in Bristol Right Now
Landhaven
July 19, 2025
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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Invest in Property Development With Our ‘5 Returns’ Approach
Andrew Minto
April 12, 2025
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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New Build Property Investment: Landhaven’s Strategy for Creating Homes That Sell
Andrew Minto
April 3, 2025
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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Beyond the Corporate Facade: Building Trust & Transparency in Property Development
Andrew Minto
March 6, 2025
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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Why Landhaven’s Commitment to the Consumer Code for New Homes Matters to You
Landhaven
February 27, 2025
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
Landhaven
February 17, 2025
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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Exciting Prospects for Emersons Green: Sustainable Housing Vision Moves Forward
Landhaven
February 6, 2025
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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The O’Dea Family Legacy: How One Family Sold Property For Redevelopment
Landhaven
January 24, 2025
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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How Landhaven Helped the Gardner Family Unlock Land Value by Solving a Complex Planning Puzzle
Landhaven
November 13, 2024
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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Landhaven’s Homes to Rent Strategy: A Pathway to Quality Co-Living Homes for Rent
Andrew Minto
October 2, 2024
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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Why sell land under a promotion agreement? All you need to know
Andrew Minto
July 8, 2024
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 Architecture: An Evolution From Building Surveyor to Designer to Developer
Landhaven
May 17, 2024
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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Buying or selling land? You need to know about option agreements
Andrew Minto
May 8, 2024
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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Getting Planning Permission: How to Overcome Planning Permission Hurdles
Andrew Minto
April 1, 2024
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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The Edwards Family – Selling to Landhaven via an Option Agreement
Landhaven
November 14, 2023
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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Four ways to invest in the UK property market
Andrew Minto
September 27, 2023
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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Andrew Minto in Bristol Life Magazine – Meet The Property Experts
Landhaven
July 28, 2023
In this exclusive 'Meet The Property Experts' feature, Bristol Life Magazine highlights Landhaven’s approach to property development.
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Planning Application Submitted for Court Farm Mews in Westbury on Trym, Bristol
Landhaven
July 14, 2023
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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How to successfully build new homes on brownfield sites
Andrew Minto
July 12, 2023
What are the benefits of developing brownfield sites and how can you ensure success? Expert advice from Landhaven.
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Luxury co-living home ready for housemates
Landhaven
January 24, 2023
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?
Andrew Minto
December 16, 2022
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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7 reasons to convert property from commercial to residential
Andrew Minto
December 16, 2022
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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Why co-living is the future
Andrew Minto
December 16, 2022
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 win the Master Builder Awards 2021
Landhaven
December 30, 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
December 30, 2021
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
December 30, 2021
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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Landhaven Win Building Excellence Award 2020
Landhaven
December 30, 2021
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
Landhaven
December 30, 2021
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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