How investment strategy is shaping UK build to rent
John Connor, partner and head of financial institutions sector at Womble Bond Dickinson, discusses how best to invest in the build-to-rent (BTR) sector
The UK’s build-to-rent (BTR) sector has evolved rapidly over the past decade, moving from a niche investment strategy to a central pillar of housing delivery.
With institutional capital driving large-scale developments across cities and regions, BTR is now recognised not only for its commercial viability but also for its potential to address housing shortages, regenerate urban areas and offer professionally managed rental homes at scale.
An ever-evolving environment
Yet, as the sector matures, it faces a more complex operating environment. Planning constraints, regulatory…
