Land and new homes in Sandown
Land to Homes is a land and new-homes business covering Sandown. We can buy suitable land directly, fund the planning on promotion and option deals, and deliver homes for sale, rent and affordable housing. Every land enquiry starts with a free, no-obligation appraisal.
Sandown · PO36Free site appraisal
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- Free site appraisalNo cost, no obligation
- Legal fees coveredReasonable fees, on options and promotion
- Nothing to pay upfrontOn promotion: we fund planning
- Direct purchaseSuitable sites, with or without planning
- UK-wideEngland, Wales, Scotland and NI
Our coverage in Sandown
Sandown sits about 7 miles south-east of Newport (Isle of Wight) in Isle of Wight, in the PO36 postcode district. Nearby, we also cover Ryde, Newport (Isle of Wight) and Cowes, all within 10 miles. Sandown is part of England’s South East region.
Around Sandown we look at small holdings and pony paddocks, redundant commercial buildings and farmland next to the settlement boundary. As Sandown is in England, applications are judged against the National Planning Policy Framework, and the buyer of land pays Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT).
Tell us where your land is around Sandown and we will explain the routes open to you.
Services in Sandown
For landowners
- Sell Land for Development in Sandown
- Sell Land with Planning Permission in Sandown
- Sell Land Without Planning in Sandown
- Land Option Agreements in Sandown
- Land Promotion Agreements in Sandown
- Landowner Joint Ventures in Sandown
- Sell Garden Land and Backland in Sandown
- Sell Farmland and Paddocks in Sandown
- Sell Brownfield Land in Sandown
- Sell an Infill Plot in Sandown
- Land Assembly and Access in Sandown
- Free Site Appraisal in Sandown
- Sell a Building for Conversion in Sandown
Planning, design and build
- Planning Permission and Strategy in Sandown
- Architecture and Masterplanning in Sandown
- New Home Construction in Sandown
- Serviced Plots for Self-Build in Sandown
New homes and housing
- New-Build Homes for Sale in Sandown
- New Homes to Rent in Sandown
- Affordable Housing in Sandown
- Social Housing in Sandown
- Council and Housing Partnerships in Sandown
Funders and partners
Rules that apply in Sandown
Selling development land in Sandown usually starts with heads of terms, a short written summary of price, conditions and fees, before solicitors draft the contract. In England the sale becomes binding on exchange of contracts and finishes on completion, with the title then registered at HM Land Registry. The buyer normally pays Stamp Duty Land Tax. On option and promotion agreements with Land to Homes, your reasonable legal fees are covered, with the amount agreed in the heads of terms.
Councils and housing associations around Sandown can bid for grant through Homes England's Social and Affordable Homes Programme, which funds Social Rent, Affordable Rent at up to 80% of market rent, and shared ownership. Landlords of the rented homes must be registered with the Regulator of Social Housing. National policy also expects local plans to set a minimum Social Rent proportion for major development. Land to Homes is ready to discuss sites, partnership and delivery.
| Who decides applications | The local planning authority, usually the district, borough, city or unitary council (or a national park authority) |
|---|---|
| In-principle consent | Outline planning permission, with reserved matters approved later |
| Land transaction tax (paid by the buyer) | Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) |
| Land registration | HM Land Registry |
| Developer contributions | Section 106 planning obligations, plus the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) where the council charges it |
Common questions in Sandown
What is biodiversity net gain?
Biodiversity net gain is a requirement in England for most new developments to leave natural habitat in a measurably better state than before, assessed using a statutory metric. It can be delivered on site, off site or, as a last resort, through statutory credits. It affects how much land a scheme needs. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own biodiversity policies.
What is planning permission?
Planning permission is consent from the planning authority to carry out development, such as building new homes or changing the use of land. Applications are judged against the local development plan and national policy, which differ in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Permission can be full, or outline, which is called planning permission in principle in Scotland.
What is a new-build warranty?
It is an insurance-backed policy covering certain defects in a new home for a set period after completion. The builder is usually responsible for most defects early in the cover, and the warranty provider covers major structural problems later. Most mortgage lenders expect a recognised warranty, or a professional consultant's certificate, before they lend on a new home.
Can Green Belt land be developed?
Green Belt is land around certain towns and cities where policy keeps land open, so new homes are normally resisted unless a local plan releases the land or there are very special circumstances. In England, recent policy changes introduced grey belt land, which can be more acceptable for development in some cases. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own green belt policies.
Is Sandown an area you cover for land?
Yes, we cover land in Sandown and elsewhere in Isle of Wight, including Cowes, Newport (Isle of Wight) and Ryde. Where a site suits us we can buy it directly, or set up an option or promotion agreement. On promotion there is nothing to pay upfront.