Our Design Was Rejected Because of Energy Targets
Planning application rejected. Not because of height, massing or design — but because the building didn’t meet energy efficiency requirements. As local councils tighten their sustainability criteria, developers are being asked to demonstrate reduced carbon emissions from the outset. That means
Our Buyer Needs the EPC — But We Don’t Have SAP Calculations Yet!
You’re approaching project completion. The property is finished, snagging is done, and your buyer is ready to sign. Then comes a roadblock: your solicitor asks for the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), and you realise it hasn’t been produced. The reason? No
We’ve Made Changes Mid-Build — Do We Need New SAP Calculations?
Picture this: you're halfway through building your latest development when your client decides to upgrade the windows to triple-glazed aluminium frames. Or your supplier can only source a different type of insulation. These might seem like minor changes, but they
We Can’t Get Building Regs Approval Without SAP Calculations!
You’ve secured planning permission, your architectural drawings are complete, and your contractor is lined up to start work next week. Everything is on track — until Building Control issues a warning: no SAP Calculations, no green light. It’s a problem faced
Protect Future Residents from Hidden Hazards with a CMRA
Building homes, schools, or care facilities in former mining zones carries a unique responsibility. Subsurface hazards like collapse zones or gas migration could compromise safety. A Coal Mining Risk Assessment from EnviroSolution helps you identify these hidden dangers early in your
Developing in a High-Risk Coal Mining Area? CMRA is Your First Step
If your proposed development falls in a high-risk coalfield zone, the Coal Authority will likely require a Coal Mining Risk Assessment before any permissions are granted. EnviroSolution specialises in providing developers with fast, accurate CMRAs that remove uncertainty and keep projects
Buying a Site with Unknown Ground Stability? CMRA Can Uncover the Truth
You’ve found a promising parcel of land—affordable and well-located. But when your solicitor checks the title, a note flags possible subsidence risks due to historical coal mining. This is where a Coal Mining Risk Assessment becomes critical. In coalfield areas, past
Why Your Planning Application Might Get Rejected Without a CMRA
You’ve submitted a thorough planning application—site layout, elevations, access plans—but now the planning officer is asking for a Coal Mining Risk Assessment. You didn’t see that coming. Planning authorities across coalfield areas often make this a condition of approval. The reason?
Building in a Coal Mining Area? A CMRA Can Save You Thousands
You’ve just secured planning permission for a new residential site in the Midlands. Things are moving fast. But the council has flagged your site as being in a "Coal Authority Development High Risk Area." Now what? Before you can proceed, a
School, Care Home or Hospital Build? Protect Vulnerable Occupants with a Phase 1 Desktop Study
When constructing buildings for sensitive end users, such as children, patients, or the elderly, the need for rigorous environmental safety increases tenfold. Whether you're planning a school, care home, or hospital, a thorough Phase 1 Desktop Study should be one