Valuations
Development Valuations
Professional Developer Valuations Across London
Sound development decisions depend on accurate, well-evidenced valuations at every stage of the process. Our Developer Valuations in London provide RICS-compliant assessments of gross development value (GDV), residual land value, and existing use value, giving developers, landowners, and funders the financial clarity they need.
At Brookfield Surveyors, we carry out developer valuations across Central, East, West, North, and South London. From initial site appraisals through to pre-completion assessments, our Chartered Surveyors deliver reports that support planning applications, funding drawdowns, and sales strategies.
Accurate Valuations for Development Projects
A developer valuation establishes the value of a site or completed development based on market evidence, comparable transactions, and development costs. Our surveyors assess key factors including:
- Gross development value based on comparable sales and lettings
- Residual land value after accounting for build costs and profit margin
- Planning status, consents, and any development constraints
- Market demand for the proposed end product
- Sales values and achievable timeframes in the current market
The result is a clear, well-evidenced valuation that supports your business case for funding, planning, or disposal.
RICS-Compliant Valuations by Chartered Surveyors
All developer valuations are carried out by RICS-qualified Chartered Surveyors in accordance with the RICS Valuation – Global Standards (Red Book). This means our reports are:
- Independent and unbiased
- Based on current sales evidence and market data
- Accepted by lenders, funders, and planning authorities
- Supported by professional indemnity and regulatory oversight
Our experience across London’s residential and mixed-use development markets gives us the market knowledge to provide appraisals that are both realistic and defensible.
Why Choose Brookfield Surveyors?
Our Developer Valuation services in London are suited to:
- Developers appraising sites before acquisition
- Landowners seeking to understand the value of their land with planning consent
- Funders and lenders requiring GDV assessments for development finance
- Developers providing evidence for planning authority negotiations
We provide accurate, market-based valuations that give you confidence in your numbers at every stage. With offices in Central and East London, we provide responsive coverage across the capital.
Development Valuation FAQs
What is a developer valuation?
A developer valuation assesses the value of a development site or completed scheme, typically using the residual method to establish what a developer can afford to pay for land after accounting for build costs, fees, and profit.
What is gross development value (GDV)?
GDV is the total value of a completed development if sold or let at today’s market values. It is a key input in development appraisals and is used by lenders to assess viability and risk.
Do you carry out valuations for development finance?
Yes. We provide RICS Red Book GDV valuations for development lenders, including banks, specialist development finance providers, and bridging lenders.
Can you value a site before planning consent is granted?
Yes. We can assess the value of a site in its current use, with a planning application in progress, or with the benefit of a recently granted consent.
How does a developer valuation differ from a standard residential valuation?
A developer valuation requires an understanding of construction costs, planning risk, build programme timescales, and sales absorption rates, in addition to standard market valuation techniques.