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Social Housing
We provide trusted legal advice to registered providers, housing charities, and local authorities . Our team helps you deliver, manage and protect affordable housing while staying compliant with evolving regulations and community expectations.
From site acquisition to tenancy enforcement, we offer practical, sector-specific legal support that empowers you to build and sustain thriving communities.
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Our Services
We offer a full range of legal services tailored to the needs of the social housing sector.
- Site Acquisitions, Developments & Disposals – Legal support for land led schemes, regeneration, and asset management
- Planning & Section 106 Agreements – Navigating planning obligations and securing development approvals
- Housing Management & Tenancy Enforcement – Managing anti-social behaviour, rent arrears, and possession proceedings
- Repairs, Disrepair Claims & Litigation – Resolving disputes efficiently to protect your reputation and residents
- Shared Ownership & Leasehold Matters – Drafting leases, managing staircasing, and advising on enfranchisement
How We Can Help
We understand the financial, operational and regulatory pressures facing the social housing sector. Our legal advice is:
- Practical – Focused on real-world outcomes
- Responsive – Delivered with urgency and clarity
- Collaborative – Built on long-term relationships with housing providers
Whether you’re developing new homes, managing tenancies, or responding to legal challenges, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.
Our Team
Our team brings together expertise in housing management, property development, governance, and dispute resolution. We’ve built long-standing partnerships with housing providers across the UK.
INSIGHTS
Case Study
10th April 2025
Ellisons advises on the sale of land at Horkesley Manor for residential development
Ellisons has successfully advised Horkesley Heath Limited on the sale of land at Horkesley Manor, Great Horkesley to Hopkins Homes.
7th April 2025
Ellisons advises local charity on expanding refuge services in Ipswich
Ellisons has advised P.H.O.E.B.E on the acquisition of a second property in Ipswich, enabling the charity to expand its vital
2nd April 2025
Ellisons strengthens Commercial Property Team with key Partner appointment
Ellisons has announced a significant appointment in its market-leading Commercial Property team with the appointment of Ellen Petersen as Partner
