Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Property & Land Surveyors in Kinross
Established in 1991, Hendersons Chartered Surveyors has built a reputation for delivering tailored solutions to clients across rural Scotland. Our firm combines over three decades of local expertise with a deep understanding of property, land management, and development challenges. We specialise in compensation for utility work, compulsory purchase, planning, and energy agreements, ensuring clients receive strategic advice aligned with evolving industry demands. Our team prioritises professionalism, integrity, and client satisfaction, maintaining long-standing relationships through transparent communication and results-driven service.With a focus on rural communities from Shetland to the Borders, we provide bespoke guidance on property transactions, development agreements, and renewable energy opportunities. Our experience navigating complex legal frameworks ensures clients' interests are protected in infrastructure projects, land disputes, and regulatory processes. We remain committed to adapting our services to meet emerging challenges while upholding traditional values of trust and accountability.
Services
Compensation Claims
Planning Advice
Development Agreements
Energy Agreements
Property Valuations
Land Access Negotiations
Rural Development
Renewable Energy Schemes
Inheritance Tax Planning
Telecom Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of rural property expertise across Scotland
- Our team provides tailored solutions for complex land and development issues
- We specialise in navigating legal frameworks for utility compensation claims
- Our services cover Scotland from Shetland to the Borders region
- We maintain RICS accreditation for professional surveying standards
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Expert local knowledge
30+ years experience
Strategic guidance
Rural development specialists
RICS accredited
Services
Compensation Claims
We specialise in securing fair compensation for landowners affected by infrastructure projects. Our expertise covers water bursts, electricity works, pipelines, and compulsory purchase orders. With decades of experience navigating legal frameworks, we ensure clients receive appropriate remuneration while protecting their property rights throughout the process.
Planning Advice
Our team guides clients through Scotland's planning systems for rural development projects. We prepare applications, negotiate with authorities, and promote sites through development plan reviews. This includes advising on greenfield site allocations and helping landowners maximise opportunities within local planning frameworks.
Energy Agreements
We negotiate agreements for renewable energy projects including wind farms, battery storage, and hydrogen schemes. Our services cover site promotion, option agreements, and lease negotiations. We help landowners understand financial terms and access arrangements while ensuring compliance with evolving energy regulations across Scotland.
Property Valuations
Our RICS-accredited valuations support rural property transactions and inheritance tax planning. We assess land and property values considering market conditions, development potential, and regulatory constraints. This service helps clients make informed decisions about asset management and business restructuring.
Development Agreements
We broker development agreements between landowners and companies for long-term projects. This includes negotiating option agreements, overage terms, and financial arrangements. Our services cover site promotion, planning applications, and marketing strategies to maximise land value while balancing developer and owner interests.
People
Edward C Henderson
Managing Partner
Edward Henderson founded the firm in 1991 and leads its strategic direction. With over 30 years of rural surveying experience, he specialises in land agreements and development negotiations. His expertise ensures clients receive practical solutions aligned with industry best practices.
Questions
What areas of Scotland do you cover?
We operate throughout Scotland, from Shetland in the north to the Borders region in the south.
Do you handle renewable energy projects?
Yes, we specialise in negotiating agreements for wind farms, battery storage, and hydrogen energy schemes.
Can you assist with compulsory purchase claims?
Our team has extensive experience representing clients in utility compensation claims and compulsory purchase matters.
Are you RICS accredited?
Yes, Hendersons Chartered Surveyors maintains full RICS accreditation for professional surveying standards.
What planning services do you offer?
We provide full planning support including applications, development plan submissions, and negotiations with local authorities.
How do you charge for services?
Our fees are project-based and discussed during initial consultations to ensure transparent cost management.
