Services — London

Development Finance
in London

London's dynamic property market demands rapid capital deployment for ambitious developers. From riverside regeneration to historic district conversions, securing swift funding is essential for competitive projects.

Ichiban Capital's FCA-approved expertise spans 41+ years with access to 350+ specialist lenders. We deliver terms within 48 hours, enabling London developers to move decisively.

FCA Approved
Terms in 48 Hours
~350 Lenders
41+ Years Experience
London
Finance Built for London

The capital attracts major residential and mixed-use schemes requiring flexible, intelligent financing. Ichiban Capital understands London's complex planning cycles and developer timescales. Our lender network includes specialists in high-value urban regeneration.

41+
Years Experience
~350
Lending Establishments
48hr
Indicative Terms
Our Philosophy

What We Can Support

Development finance requires more than speed—it demands precision structuring and lender relationships. Ichiban Capital combines both, with dedicated support for every project stage.

  • Residential towers and apartment blocks
  • Commercial office and retail space
  • Mixed-use city centre schemes
  • Listed building refurbishment projects
  • Land acquisition and site assembly
  • Build-to-rent portfolio financing
  • Urban regeneration initiatives

Subject to status. Terms based on security, exit and lender assessment.

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Independent Advisory
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Our advisors combine technical property knowledge with lender intelligence, ensuring your scheme structures align with market expectations. We identify optimal staging, security positioning and exit strategies tailored to London's competitive environment.

Transparent Structures
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You'll receive clear fee schedules, lender requirements and realistic timescales upfront. No hidden costs, no pressure tactics—just honest assessment of your project's financing options.

Professionals Only — No Sales Pressure
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We work at your pace, not lenders' pace. If a deal doesn't fit Ichiban's standards, we'll tell you directly rather than force an unsuitable arrangement.

Our Services

Types of Development Finance
We Offer in London

01
Residential Development

Funding for house building and residential development projects

02
Commercial Development

Finance for office, retail, and industrial development projects

03
Mixed-Use Development

Comprehensive funding structures for complex mixed-use developments

And much more — speak to our team.

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How It Works

Getting Started
is Straightforward

Make an Enquiry
Step 1
Submit Enquiry

1. Submit scheme details, planning status and exit timeline

Step 2
Initial Discussion

2. Ichiban structures proposal and presents to matched lender panel

Step 3
We Source Funding

3. Lender technical review; feedback within 48 hours

Step 4
Completion

4. Terms agreed, documentation and drawdown

Common Questions

Your Questions Answered

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Everything you need to know about Development Finance in London.

How is development finance structured?+

Development loans are typically arranged as phased draw-downs with release based on construction milestones.

What is the loan-to-value for development?+

We typically lend up to 60-70% of the gross development value, depending on project profile.

What happens at practical completion?+

We typically arrange refinancing or exit at practical completion through permanent lending or sales.

What documentation is required?+

Planning permission, building regulations approval, professional valuations, and development appraisals are essential.

Do you finance land purchases?+

Yes, we arrange land acquisition finance as a standalone facility or as part of a development package.

What experience do developers need?+

Some lenders require a track record, but our panel includes funders who support less experienced developers with strong projects.

Can you fund conversions and refurbishments?+

Yes — permitted development conversions, refurbishment projects, and change-of-use schemes are all financeable.

How are funds released during the build?+

Funds are drawn down in stages, typically verified by a monitoring surveyor, to match construction progress.

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Why Clients Choose Ichiban Capital

Independent Advisory
We are not tied to a single lender, allowing us to access competitive funding sources.

Broad Lending Relationships
Access to banks, specialist lenders and private capital providers.

Discretion and Professionalism
All discussions are handled confidentially.

Experience Across Complex Transactions
We regularly structure finance for cases outside standard lending parameters.

Testimonials

Client Experiences That Speak for Themselves

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“Ichiban Capital has been instrumental in our growth. Their team took the time to truly understand our needs and helped us eliminate inefficiencies.”

Carlos Martines
MEX – CEO

“Partnering with Ichiban was a game-changer for us. They took the time to understand our challenges and helped us streamline our operations for success.”

Kate Smith
Swirl – CEO & President

“I hired Ichiban Capital for a small project & was very happy. He not only answered all my questions, but he didn’t treat me like a “small project”.
I was very satisfied & would recommend.”

Rebecca Roy
H&N – CEO & President