Commercial property

Known for our straightforward, strategic advice, we advise buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, developers, investors, and funders across the public, private, and third sectors.

Our commercial property solicitors in Aberdeen and Inverness support clients Scotland-wide across a range of industries including energy, housebuilding, hospitality and property investment.

They include Kirkwood Homes, Carlton Rock, Schlumberger, Wood, Cornerstone and Charlie House.

Services include —

• Commercial property leasing, sales and purchases — acting for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants/occupiers

• Renewable energy expertise — acting primarily for landowners and farmers on wind, battery storage facilities, hydro, solar and biomass developments

• Housebuilding — acting for landowners and developers

• Planning and construction

• Corporate transactions — the commercial property aspects of deals such as mergers, acquisitions and management buy-outs

• Auction transactions

Commercial property leasing, development and investment

Supporting clients leasing commercial property is a significant part of what we do. We act for SMEs and PLCs and are also active in the property investment market.

We’re well versed in new build development pre-letting and large office and industrial lettings

Our lease services include —

• Drafting and negotiating all aspects of commercial leases including lease renewals, rent reviews, break clauses, termination clauses, Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) requirements and irritancy notices

• Advising on assigning or sub-letting a lease

• Managing landlord-tenant disputes

Renewable energy project expertise

Scotland's renewable energy sector is growing rapidly, and our commercial property team is at the forefront. We offer legal guidance for projects including windfarms, hydro, biomass and battery storage facilities, and solar developments.

We specialise in advising rural clients, including landowners, farmers, and estates, on renewable energy developments, helping you navigate the challenges of rural projects and maximise the value from your assets.

Our services include —

• Legal support for renewable energy developments in rural and urban locations

• Navigating planning and environmental regulations

• Drafting and negotiating land acquisition/option agreements

• Advising on emerging technologies like hydrogen production, battery storage, and biomass projects

Hospitality, tourism, and short-term lets

From boutique hotels to distillery property transactions in Scotland, our team has extensive experience guiding clients through hospitality-related property deals.

We assist with —

• Property acquisitions and sales for hospitality businesses

• Lease agreements for restaurants, hotels, and event venues

• Licensing and regulatory compliance, including short-term let licensing and planning requirements, including in control areas such as Edinburgh and Badenoch and Strathspey

Purchase and sale of commercial property

Whether you’re buying or selling offices, industrial units, retail or leisure premises, or even land for commercial purposes, you need the right support to make an informed decision, as well as achieve the best deal for your business.

Our expertise covers —

• Titles — examining title and transferring ownership, as well as identifying and resolving any title issues

• Due diligence — reviewing information about a transaction, highlighting risks, and addressing conditions and liabilities

• Funding — working with lenders and buyers on the granting of security over commercial property

• Negotiation of contracts — including option contracts, purchase missives, and planning agreements

Property funding

Funding is at the forefront of all commercial property activity, and we work with lenders and borrowers to get deals over the line and ensure investments are protected.

Support includes advising on —

• Loan agreements

• Standard securities

• Ranking agreements

• Guarantees

• Floating charges

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