Residential Land Acquisition Specialists
Identifying and unlocking residential development opportunities across the UK.
Led by Keith Owens, a former Head of Technical at Persimmon Homes and Technical Manager at Lovell Partnerships, KLO Development Services combines developer-side acquisition expertise with practical technical knowledge to identify opportunities others often overlook.
We combine market insight, technical understanding and transaction experience to help clients make informed decisions and achieve their acquisition objectives efficiently.
Winning the land bid with better engineering
KLO Development Services played a pivotal role from the earliest stages of the project, prior to the acquisition of the site from Birmingham City Council. During the tender process, our technical and financial appraisal identified a number of opportunities that challenged the conventional assumptions surrounding the site's development constraints.
Through a detailed review of the site's topography, drainage requirements and infrastructure constraints, we developed alternative engineering and energy solutions that significantly improved the viability and deliverability of the proposed scheme.
Read the Trescott Road case studyLooking to buy or sell development land?
Whether you are:
- A landowner considering a sale
- A developer seeking opportunities
- An investor expanding your portfolio
KLO Development Services can help identify and unlock residential development potential.
Speak to Keith on 07590 893350
Discuss a land opportunity
Whether you are:
- Selling land
- Seeking development opportunities
- Looking for acquisition support
- Assessing development potential
Contact KLO Development Services for a confidential discussion.
Book a consultationDo you own land?
We are actively seeking:
- Edge-of-settlement sites
- Garden land
- Brownfield land
- Former commercial premises
- Sites with or without planning permission
Submit your site details for a confidential review.
Submit a site for reviewMore than identifying available sites
Successful land acquisition requires more than identifying available sites. It demands an understanding of planning policy, engineering constraints, infrastructure requirements, development viability and delivery risk. KLO Development Services combines these disciplines to provide clients with a comprehensive assessment of every opportunity. With experience gained from leading residential developments for some of the UK's largest housebuilders, we help clients identify value, mitigate risk and unlock opportunities that others may overlook.
Unlike many land agents and consultants, KLO Development Services combines land acquisition expertise with hands-on experience delivering residential developments from appraisal through planning, technical design and construction.
Land acquisition services
Land acquisition advisory
We advise clients on residential land opportunities, providing clear, commercially focused guidance at every stage of the acquisition process. Our advice is informed by market conditions, planning considerations, site characteristics and delivery potential.
Site appraisal and assessment
We undertake detailed site appraisals to assess suitability for residential development. This includes reviewing site size, access, planning status, physical constraints, infrastructure availability, surrounding context and broader development potential.
Landowner services
For landowners considering a disposal, we offer a professional service designed to support a well-managed sale process. We help present land opportunities to the market effectively, engage with appropriate buyers and assist in achieving the best possible outcome.
Buyer representation
We act on behalf of buyers seeking residential land opportunities, sourcing sites that align with acquisition criteria and development strategy. Our role includes identifying opportunities, evaluating suitability and supporting negotiations through to completion.
Due diligence coordination
Residential land transactions require careful investigation. We coordinate key due diligence activities, including title review, planning analysis, surveys, utility checks, access considerations and other matters relevant to acquisition risk.
Site search and selection
We assist clients in identifying suitable residential development sites based on location, planning prospects, demand dynamics and commercial viability. Our approach is tailored to each brief, ensuring a focused and efficient search process.
Transaction management
We support the acquisition process from initial instruction through to completion, working closely with solicitors, surveyors, planners and other professional advisers to ensure a structured and efficient transaction.
Why work with us
- Specialist residential land expertise
- Strong understanding of the UK development market
- Commercially focused advice
- Structured and professional process
- Clear communication throughout
- Commitment to value creation and delivery
Clients we support
- Housebuilders
- Private and residential developers
- Housing associations
- Landowners
- Acquisition teams
- Development consultants
Our approach is designed to provide clarity, reduce risk and support informed decision-making. Whether you are acquiring a single site or building a wider pipeline of opportunities, we can provide the support required to move forward with confidence.
Discuss your requirements in confidence
If you are seeking specialist support with residential land acquisition, or would like to discuss the disposal of a site, we would be pleased to assist.