Gepp Solicitors - Solicitors in Chelmsford, Essex

Daniel specialises in commercial property, development land and agricultural property matters. He advises landowners, developers, investors, agricultural businesses and SMEs on a wide range of transactions, providing practical and commercially focused advice tailored to each client’s objectives.

Having specialised in property law since 2012 and qualified as a Chartered Legal Executive through CILEx in 2018, Daniel joined Gepp Solicitors in November 2024 as a member of the Commercial and Agricultural Property team.

Daniel is known for his approachable manner, attention to detail and ability to explain complex legal matters in plain English. Whether acting on a commercial lease, a strategic land transaction or a development opportunity, he works closely with clients to help them make informed decisions and achieve the best possible outcome.

Who Does Daniel Help?

Investors and Lenders

Daniel acts for property investors and mortgage lenders on acquisitions, disposals and secured lending transactions, helping clients balance commercial opportunity with effective risk management.

Developers

Daniel regularly advises developers on strategic land transactions and development projects. His work includes option agreements, promotion agreements, conditional contracts, joint venture agreements and overage agreements, helping clients structure transactions, manage risk and unlock development opportunities.

Agricultural Businesses

Daniel advises farmers, landowners and rural businesses on agricultural property matters, including Farm Business Tenancies (FBTs), business tenancies, land acquisitions and disposals, renewable energy projects and solar panel leases.

Residential Leaseholders

Daniel also assists residential leaseholders with lease extensions and related leasehold matters, helping clients protect and enhance the value of their property.

Outside of work, Daniel enjoys travelling, playing golf and keeping up with the latest films and cinema releases.

Experience

Commercial Property, Development Land and Agricultural Property Expertise

Daniel advises on a broad range of commercial, agricultural and development property matters, including:

  • Grant of New Commercial Leases
  • Acquisition and Disposal of Commercial Freehold and Leasehold Properties
  • Promotion Agreements
  • Option Agreements
  • Overage Agreements
  • Conditional Contracts
  • Joint Venture Agreements
  • Commercial Mortgages
  • Deeds of Easement
  • Landlord and Tenant Matters (non-contentious)
  • Land Related Development Agreements
  • Land Related Planning and Infrastructure Agreements
  • Farm Business Tenancies (FBTs)
  • Agricultural and Rural Property Transactions
  • Renewable Energy and Solar Panel Leases
  • Lease Extensions

Approach

Daniel understands that property transactions can often be complex, time-sensitive and commercially significant. He takes a practical and proactive approach, working closely with clients and other professional advisers to keep matters moving and provide clear advice at every stage of the transaction.

Whether acting for an individual landowner, a growing business, an investor or a developer, Daniel focuses on understanding what clients want to achieve and helping them reach their objectives as efficiently as possible.

Outside of work, Daniel enjoys travelling, playing golf and keeping up with the latest films and cinema releases.

Memberships

  • Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives

Case studies

While every transaction is different, Daniel regularly advises clients on matters such as:

  • Acting for landowners in connection with promotion agreements and strategic land transactions with future development potential
  • Advising developers on option agreements and conditional contracts relating to residential and mixed-use development sites
  • Assisting clients with overage agreements designed to protect future value following the sale of land
  • Negotiating commercial leases for offices, industrial units, storage facilities and retail premises
  • Acting on the acquisition and disposal of commercial property for investors and business owners
  • Advising agricultural businesses on Farm Business Tenancies, rural land transactions and renewable energy projects
  • Assisting residential leaseholders with lease extensions and related leasehold matters

Get in touch

If you require advice on commercial property, development land, agricultural property or leasehold matters, Daniel would be happy to discuss how he can help.

Contact Daniel by email.

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What clients are saying about Daniel

“I have found Daniel very professional in all his work untaken for me. He was able to progress my case in a timely manner and to my satisfaction. His work was always to a high standard with appropriate guidance when required. I would recommend Daniel."”

“Words cannot express my gratitude to you. Your professionalism, your non-judgemental attitude, your support and especially your kind and caring nature cannot be measured by words. You worked so hard on my case and achieved the best outcome for myself that was almost impossible at the beginning.”

“Great support negotiating the sale of my property. Daniel Clarke at Gepp Solicitors was very supportive throughout the sale of my property. As it was part commercial, part residential it was not straight forward but Daniel was always attentive and helpful. I am glad I chose Gepp to assist me with this.”


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