We advised a property investor on the negotiation and completion of an option agreement over a brownfield site in Buckinghamshire, with the land being strategically assembled and promoted for commercial use as a data centre.
The transaction formed part of a wider investment strategy to secure and de-risk a site suitable for data-led infrastructure in the South East, close to London and key connectivity corridors.
Data centre developments require early-stage legal structuring to manage planning risk, infrastructure requirements, and long-term value. In this case, the client required control of the site while undertaking technical, planning, and commercial assessments prior to acquisition.
Key challenges included:
We provided strategic and commercial legal advice throughout the option process.
Option Agreement Structuring
Risk and Value Protection
The option agreement was successfully completed, securing the client strategic control of a well-located brownfield site in Buckinghamshire.
The structure allows the site to be packaged and promoted for data centre use, placing the investor in a strong position to proceed with acquisition or disposal once planning and commercial objectives are achieved.
If you are an investor, developer, or operator looking to secure strategic land for commercial or infrastructure use, our commercial property team can provide clear, forward-thinking legal advice.
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