Typical objectives
Site selection, design & delivery model
In a fast‑moving market, owners and developers should align site selection, design intent and delivery model with clear objectives on capacity, timeline and cost.
Site acquisition
Assess real estate markets to secure sites with optimal connectivity, power availability, low environmental impact and strategic proximity.
Planning permissions & regulatory approvals
Navigate rigorous EU and UK standards to secure planning permissions and regulatory approvals across sustainability, telecoms infrastructure and data protection.
Structuring, JVs, exits, tax, disputes
Consider structuring, joint ventures and exit routes early to allocate risk and support funding. Tax planning and dispute avoidance.
Protecting intellectual property
Safeguard innovative designs and proprietary technologies with robust IP protection, registrations, and contractual controls.
Regulatory compliance & resilient systems
Plan compliance across energy, sustainability, AI and data. Build robust, secure systems protecting against cyber threats and physical breaches.
Early, evidence-based decisions and stakeholder alignment set the pace and reduce risk throughout the lifecycle.
Key legal considerations
Our key legal considerations establish a compliant, bankable foundation for your data centre from the outset.
Site Acquisition
Planning Permissions
Design and IP
Regulatory Compliance
Corporate Structuring
Tax Implications
Dispute Management
Key regulations
These regulations are all relevant when setting the framework for site selection, design, approvals and compliance in the ‘Plan’ phase.
Last updated 31 October 2025
These may be subject to change.
European Union
National level
How we can help
Our team provide comprehensive support across all aspects of the ‘Plan’ phase, ensuring your data centre project is well structured for future success:
Site acquisition and due diligence
Zoning laws and permissions
Regulatory mapping and engagement
Design advisory and optimisation
Intellectual property protection strategies
Integrating green power solutions
Project structuring and governance
Our experts
Our team of specialists can guide you through every aspect of the ‘Plan’ phase.
