Billions of pounds in developer contributions remain unspent by local authorities across the UK.

Our specialist team helps house builders and developers identify, challenge and recover eligible Section 106 and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions through a fully managed, success-based service.
Submit your details below and our team will assess whether your agreements may contain eligible contributions for recovery.
With over 30 years’ experience working in the UK construction industry, Developer Legal Services (DLS) exists solely to support housebuilders and developers with their legal challenges.
Our dedicated focus on the housing industry has established DLS as a specialist in infrastructure adoption agreements, as well as land and planning issues.
We understand the challenges that can arise throughout the development process and provide specialist support to help developers navigate complex legal matters and progress them towards resolution.
Our team works exclusively with housebuilders and developers, giving us a clear understanding of the challenges faced by the development industry.
Where applicable, fees are linked to successful outcomes, aligning our interests with yours.
Our technical and legal specialists work together under one roof to provide joined-up expertise.
Our services are designed to minimise unnecessary risk, with no unexpected costs.
You'll have one dedicated point of contact throughout, keeping the process coordinated from start to finish.
Our work is backed by our wider infrastructure adoption expertise, providing additional support throughout the process.

Developer Legal Services provides specialist legal support across infrastructure adoption agreements, land and planning issues and developer contribution refunds.
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We review your Section 106 agreements, assess potential refund eligibility, investigate expenditure with the relevant Local Authority and manage the recovery process on your behalf. If funds are successfully recovered, our fee is only payable once you receive your refund.
Submit your details below and our team will assess whether your agreements may contain eligible contributions for recovery.
