D&R launch new utilities & infrastructure helpline for NFUS members Through our new Affinity Partnership with NFU Scotland, Davidson & Robertson will be supporting NFUS members when statutory undertakers like Scottish Power, Scottish Water, or Network Rail need to do work on their land. We’ll help members understand their rights and what can be claimed […]
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Renewable Energy and Storage, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
5 ways green energy could make more money from your land
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Nov
Nov
The move to green energy in Scotland will impact almost all farmers, even those whose land isn’t suited to turbines or solar panels. The National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) sets out guidance resulting in a general assumption in favour of planning being granted for the renewable developments that result in more green energy production which […]
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Nov
Nov
There is a strong push for change in how rural disputes are handled. Historically the disputes were most common between landlords and tenants. Today, the balance of conflicts has changed and there are now a growing number of issues as a result of the numerous infrastructure and energy projects in progress and in the pipeline. […]
Renewable Energy and Storage
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) – amnesty means demand for sites is high
13
Nov
Nov
There has been an amnesty for developers wishing to cancel or reduce their grid capacity applications for grid connection projects that have stalled. It means grid capacity has become more readily available, leading to increased demand from developers for suitable sites – and more approaches to landlords and tenants. BESS storage sites remain a profitable […]
10
Nov
Nov
Telecom masts on your land are an asset which should be managed to maximise your benefits from them. We have seen many examples where agreements have not been reviewed and income not accounted for, so we are urging landowners to reacquaint themselves with the lease terms. It may identify missed payments, highlight opportunities for future […]
09
Nov
Nov
The huge amount of utility work planned will mean disruption for landowners and tenants. If a proposed project may affect your land, it is important to engage with your Agent at the outset to minimise the impact. Not everyone realises that the cost of engaging an agent is generally met by the utility company. The […]
Renewable Energy and Storage, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Pipeline and pylons – A case study of utility claims for long-running projects
08
Nov
Nov
NFUS member Mr Robert Barr, from East Kinleith Farm, Currie engaged D&R to support the business during a Scottish Water project to install a new pipeline through their farm. The main issues faced have been damage to and loss of crops, poor reinstatement of both land and drainage, loss of yield from crops in subsequent […]
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The Onshore Wind Sector Deal for Scotland – implications for farming and rural communities.
09
Oct
Oct
Author: Derek Bathgate Davidson & Robertson (D&R) Director and lead on Renewables The Onshore Wind Sector Deal for Scotland is a deal between the Scottish Government and the onshore wind sector (the developers and stakeholders). It sets out the ambition for the next phase of onshore wind energy in Scotland. Both parties realised the need […]
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Jul
Jul
Meet your 2023/2024 CAAV Presidential Team L-R: Martin Hall (Senior Vice President, Malcolm Gale (National President), Julie Liddle (Junior Vice President) Congratulations to D&R’s Senior Director Martin Hall who was elected Senior Vice President of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) for 2023/2024 at their AGM in Oxford. Malcolm Gale takes on the role […]
10
Jul
Jul
Authors: Chris Edmunds, Director and Nathaniel Walton, Graduate Surveyor Land with potential for development can carry a value of 20 times that of agricultural value, however realising this level of increased value depends on receiving the right promotion and guidance. Davidson & Robertson is currently involved with over 130 development sites across the business throughout […]
