Bristol Development Finance Broker – Fast, Expert Funding Solutions for Your Property Projects.
Secure development finance for your Bristol property projects with specialist finance offering 100% of build costs and up to 70% GDV and competitive rates.
Unlock Bristol’s Property Potential with Expert Property Development Finance
Bristol’s thriving property market offers immense opportunities for developers, but navigating property development finance can be challenging. At Fox Davidson, our specialist property development finance brokers simplify the process, connecting you with over 80 trusted lenders tailored to property development needs. From Clifton renovations to Bedminster new builds, we’ve secured many millions of pounds in funding for Bristol developers since 2013. Our expertise ensures seamless financing, taking your project from planning to completion without delays.
Why Choose Our Bristol Development Finance Brokers?
At Fox Davidson, our Bristol-focused small team of commercial finance expertise sets us apart from generic finance brokers, delivering tailored solutions for property developers:
- Local Market Insight: We leverage in-depth knowledge of Bristol’s property trends, planning regulations, and high-potential areas like Clifton and Bedminster.
- Exclusive Lender Network: Access to over all specialist development finance lenders, including high street, private and broker only lenders.
- Proven Success: Over £100M secured for Bristol development projects since 2013, empowering house builders and property investors with reliable funding.
- End-to-End Guidance: From feasibility to final drawdown, we manage every step of your financing journey for a seamless experience.
- Rapid Approvals: Secure funding in as little as 2-3 weeks, compared to 6-8 weeks through direct lender applications, so you can seize opportunities faster.
- We secure 100% of build costs and up to 70% of GDV.
As expert brokers in Bristol, we deliver faster funding at competitive rates, ensuring your projects stay on track and within budget.
How Our Bristol Property Development Finance Process Works
At Fox Davidson, we simplify the funding process to deliver fast, effective results for your Bristol property development:
Step 1: Project Assessment
Begin with a free consultation to evaluate your Bristol development, from commercial conversions to student accommodation or retail projects. Our brokers in Bristol assess your needs and recommend tailored finance solutions to match your vision.
Step 2: Lender Matching
Our experienced team connects you with the best specialist lenders from across the market. We carefully select funders suited to your project type and experience, ensuring optimal terms and rates for developments across Bristol.
Step 3: Application Management
We manage all paperwork, coordinate with Bristol-based surveyors for valuations, and handle lender communications. Our thorough due diligence ensures your application is robust, boosting approval chances and saving you time.
Step 4: Completion & Drawdown
We oversee legal completion with Bristol solicitors and ensure seamless fund release. Whether you need bridging finance, development loans, or development exit finance, we make sure funds flow smoothly to keep your project on track.
What Makes Us Different in Bristol’s Development Finance Market?
Why our Bristol development finance solutions stand out:
- Our deep-rooted Bristol expertise gives us an edge over national brokers, ensuring tailored solutions for your property development:
- Bristol-Focused Expertise: In-depth knowledge of local planning processes, emerging hotspots like Temple Quarter, and Bristol City Council’s development priorities.
- Local Professional Connections: Long-standing relationships with Bristol-based surveyors, solicitors, and planning consultants to streamline processes and reduce costs.
- Proven Bristol Track Record: Extensive experience securing finance for city centre conversions, suburban builds, and brownfield developments across Bristol’s diverse neighbourhoods.
- Versatile Project Support: From permitted development conversions to large-scale commercial projects, our finance brokers in Bristol cater to the unique demands of Bristol’s property market.
- Our expert team will help you identify prime opportunities for converting family homes into HMOs, leveraging local market insights. We also understand which property types are less attractive to buyers and lenders, ensuring your project aligns with market demand and secures optimal financing.
- Bridging, development exit and refurbishment funding solutions.
What Bristol Developers Are Saying
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Secured £1.2M development finance for our Clifton conversion in just 18 days. Their local knowledge and lender relationships made all the difference.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “As a first time developer, I thought securing finance would be impossible. They found a specialist lender who understood my Bedminster project and offered competitive terms.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Their understanding of Bristol’s planning system helped us structure our Harbourside development project perfectly. No hidden costs, just excellent service.”
Development Finance Options & Rates for Bristol Projects
We offer comprehensive funding solutions tailored to Bristol’s property development market:
🏗️ New Build Development Finance – Up to 70% GDV, 12-24 months terms, the best market rates per month. Perfect for experienced property developers undertaking ground-up developments across Bristol.
🔨 Refurbishment Finance – Up to 85% LTV, 1-18 months terms, Ideal for property investors completing light refurbishments.
🏘️ Plot Purchase & Build Finance – Up to 100% funding for experienced developers. Combined land acquisition and development funding with staged drawdowns
🏢 Commercial Development Finance – Bespoke solutions for retail, office, and mixed-use projects
Specialist commercial finance for larger developments and business owners
🚪 Development Exit Finance – Competitive refinancing options for completed Bristol projects
Seamless transition from short term finance to long-term mortgages
Bridging Finance
If you need to move quickly to secure a site quickly we can secure bridging finance and compete within a week. Bridging finance is useful for sites without planning, allowing you to secure the site and then put in for or amend the planning.
Development Exit Finance
For schemes which are nearing practical completion we can secure development exit finance. This product should reduce your interest and give you time to sale your completed units.
Frequently Asked Questions – Bristol Development Finance
🔹 What types of Bristol properties qualify for development finance?
Most property types qualify including residential conversions, new builds, commercial developments, student accommodation, and HMO projects. We assess each project individually.
🔹 How long does approval take for Bristol development projects?
Our average approval time for an initial credit backed decision in principle is 48 hours. Complex projects may take longer, but we always provide realistic timescales upfront.
🔹 Do you work with first time developers in Bristol?
Absolutely. We have specialist lenders who specifically support first time developers with strong projects and viable exit strategies.
🔹 What documentation is needed for a Bristol development finance application?
Planning consent (or permitted development evidence), drawings, development appraisal, assets and liabilities schedule, developer CV. We provide a complete checklist.
🔹 How do Bristol planning permissions affect finance approval?
Planning consent where required must be place for all works you plan to carry out. We can arrange bridging loans for pre-planning scenarios with the right lenders.
Start Your Bristol Development Project Today
Don’t let funding restraints cost you opportunities in Bristol’s competitive property market. |Call us and discuss your project and we work to find a financial solution for you.
📞 Call our Bristol team directly: 01179897950
💡 Free consultation for all Bristol developers – no obligation, just expert advice
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Speak to a Bristol development finance specialist now and discover why experienced developers choose our proven expertise over high street banks. Call or email enquiry@foxdavidson.co.uk
