Deal Overview

• Loan Amount: £1.8 million

• Facility Structure: Bridging loan with retained interest

• Asset Type: Mixed-use development site in Greater London

Client Objective

The developer needed short-term funding to complete site acquisition and cover planning costs while awaiting full development finance approval.

Strategic Lending Partnership

We sourced a lender with appetite for complex land deals and planning-led projects, offering a retained-interest bridge with a fast turnaround and no exit penalties.

Efficiency & Impact

The loan enabled the developer to secure the site ahead of competing bids and progress planning submissions — preserving project momentum and investor confidence.

Collaborative Execution

We coordinated with the lender, planning consultants, and solicitors to ensure valuation, legals, and drawdown were completed within 12 working days.