Land Agency

Howie, Kent & Co provide advice to landowners across the UK in respect of the purchase or sale of land, whether you are looking for a private purchase or sale, or a purchase or sale via the open market.

We can deal with all elements of a sale, including advising on the best method of sale, marketing of the property, undertaking negotiations, producing plans and liaising with solicitors. We are also able to act on your behalf in the purchase of a farm or land, negotiating on your behalf with the vendor or vendor’s agent.

Contact our team Call us on local_phone 01743 404925

Landlord & Tenant

We provide advice to both landlords and tenants in respect of agricultural, commercial and residential tenancy matters, including Farm Business Tenancies, Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 tenancies, Assured Shorthold Tenancies, Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 tenancies and all other agricultural and commercial licences. We are able to assist with a wide variety of matters including the following:

New lettings of agricultural, commercial and residential property
Tenancy preparation
Issuing and dealing with tenancy notices
Lease renewals
Rent reviews

Residential & Commercial Development

Howie, Kent & Co is find sites for affordable and open market housing project. The majority of agreements progress under a promotional basis where both landowner and developer benefit from the uplift in land values if planning is obtained. This is often perceived as more beneficial than an option agreement where once planning is obtained the developer / option holder and landowner do not share the same interests in maximising land values.

Utilities & Compulsory Purchase

Howie, Kent & Co act for landowners and farmers in dealing with utility companies when water, gas or electricity companies require to carry out work on their land. We liaise with the utility company on your behalf to negotiate access provisions, wayleave or easement payments and crop loss claims. In most cases, professional fees are covered by the utility firm. We are also able to negotiate on your behalf or offer advice in respect of any area of compulsory purchase including new roads and other types of land take.