Louise Newton
Partner, Rural
A leading industry expert, Louise is recognised for her wealth of knowledge and experience in rural diversification, planning and development.
A leading industry expert, Louise is recognised for her wealth of knowledge and experience in rural diversification, planning and development.
Equipped with experience working with farmers, private landowners, estates and institutional clients, Louise provides first-class advice on all aspects of diversification, with a focus on agricultural and change of use permitted development e.g. Class Q and Class R. She delivers strategic advice to her clients on how best to develop and diversify their rural property portfolios.
Enhancing agricultural buildings is second nature to Louise. From converting agricultural buildings into residential homes or commercial units, to aiding clients in developing new agricultural buildings, creating a leisure and tourism attraction or simply reviewing opportunities for the future, she has the knowhow and experience you need.
In addition to her work in the change of use of buildings from agricultural to residential and commercial uses, Louise also has experience in rural agency, valuation and estate management.
Renowned for being proactive and diligent, she thrives on helping her clients future proof their properties, enhance their assets and strengthen their businesses. Whether you own a farm, rural estate, equestrian building or other agricultural assets, look no further than Louise for expert advice.
Update on Rural Permitted Development Rights
Around 10 years ago, we saw the introduction of Class Q (agriculture to residential) and Class R (agriculture to a flexible commercial use) permitted development rights, which opened significant opportunities for barn conversions and rural diversification.
Give your redundant buildings a new lease of life
Now is an excellent time to review existing uses on your farm or estate and consider opportunities for the future.
Diversifying your estate - top 5 questions to ask yourself before embarking on a new project
There is a full spectrum of diversification projects for you to consider if you wish to enhance your rural property portfolio. But before you embark on this process, here are our top five questions to consider.
Rural Spectator: Entry level exception site
Recent changes to Planning Policy could create exciting development opportunities for landowners with land adjacent to existing settlements.