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Land Development

Land development, done properly

We partner with landowners to unlock the full potential of their land, funding the planning process end-to-end. With clear communication, transparent numbers, and a focus on delivering successful development schemes.

Find out if your site stacks up

No commitment and no cost. We will tell you honestly whether it is worth pursuing.

No obligationTransparent numbersFully confidential
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Why this matters

Most land opportunities fail before they start

Wrong numbers, unclear costs, and no commercial structure. TruTrade Land Development gives you the tools and expertise to know whether a site stacks up before you commit.

Wrong numbersUnclear costsNo structure

From opportunity to the right decision

Every land opportunity starts with the same question: does this work? Too many developers commit to a site on instinct, get into the numbers halfway through, and discover the margins are not there.

TruTrade Land Development gives you accurate land value intelligence from the start. Share your land details and we will produce the numbers that tell you whether the opportunity is worth pursuing before you spend on architects, surveys or solicitors.

See what our numbers look like

Download a sample land appraisal. No sign-up. No commitment.

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Structured support from concept to completion

We work with developers and landowners at every stage of the process. Feasibility costings to test viability before you commit. Full build cost estimates before planning. Cost management and oversight through delivery to protect your land.

Whether you are doing this for the first time with a single plot or managing a portfolio with multiple sites, TruTrade gives you the commercial clarity to make better decisions.

  • Feasibility appraisals to test scheme viability
  • Full build cost estimates before planning
  • Cost management and oversight through planning and delivery
  • Clear reporting at every stage

I had owned the plot for years and never known what to do with it. TruTrade came back in 48 hours with honest numbers and for the first time I actually understood my options.

David Smith, Durham

Built for developers who want clarity

If you are making decisions about land and development, you need numbers you can trust. That is what TruTrade provides.

  • Landowners who need viable numbers before committing
  • Landowners exploring development options on their own sites
  • Architects and planning consultants needing build cost input
  • Joint venture partners who need a shared view of project finances

What happens when you get in touch

Step 1

Share your site details

No surveys or drawings needed. Just location, size and what is on it.

Step 2

Get an honest view within 48 hours

No jargon, no sales pitch, just whether it is worth pursuing.

Step 3

You decide what happens next

No obligation. Initial assessment is free and we agree any further costs before work starts.

Talk to the team about your site

We will tell you honestly whether we can help and, if we can, what it will cost and what you will get.

Talk to the team about your site

Everything you share with us is completely confidential. We never approach your land, contact anyone on your behalf, or share details without your explicit permission.

FAQ

What projects do you support?

From single-plot residential development through to multi-unit schemes, conversions and mixed-use development. Get in touch and we will tell you if we are the right fit.

How early in the process can you get involved?

As early as you like. Feasibility costings before planning can be the most valuable thing we do because they tell you whether a site is worth pursuing at all.

Do you work with joint ventures?

Yes. We regularly work with multiple stakeholders who all need to see and trust the same numbers.

How is land development priced?

Land development is priced on a bespoke basis depending on scope and complexity. We always provide a clear price before any paid work starts.

Do I need planning permission before I contact you?

No. We can assess viability before any planning application and in many cases that assessment tells you whether planning is worth pursuing.

Will you visit my land or contact anyone without my permission?

Never. Everything you share is completely confidential until you decide to proceed.

What if the land is not worth developing?

We will tell you honestly. If the numbers do not stack up, we would rather tell you now than have you find out later.

Do I have to pay anything?

No. The initial assessment is free. If we move forward, we can fund the planning and development process so you can benefit from uplift without taking on planning cost or risk.