Not all development challenges are visible from ground level. High pressure gas mains are a perfect example of how what lies beneath can shape or sometimes prevent what happens above. These major pipelines, often running across strategic land parcels or potential housing sites, come with significant safety and legal restrictions. Any development proposed in proximity […]
DCOs, Utilities, New Connections and Clean Power 2030 – find out more below… What are DCOs? DCOs (Development Consent Orders) are formal permissions granted for major projects (Nationally Significant Infrastructure (NSIPs) to be precise). The example everyone’s hearing about in the news at the moment is National Grid’s DCO Application for a new 400kV overhead […]
As the UK transitions toward a low-carbon economy, the landscape for gas connections on new developments is changing fast. What was once a routine part of project planning has become a complex mix of regulation, policy shifts, and long-term uncertainty. Government strategy now leans firmly toward electrification. The Future Homes Standard, due to come into […]
In recent months, the government has announced a number of new measures aimed at tackling one of the biggest barriers to housing and infrastructure delivery: the UK’s slow and overstretched electricity connection process. With waiting times for some developments stretching well beyond 2030, the policymakers are promising reforms. The Energy Networks Association and Ofgem are […]
It sounds simple, but securing a new electricity connection is one of the most common hurdles developers face. The process is rarely straightforward, and without the right expertise, it can quickly become a drain on both your time and your budget. The first step is always to apply to the relevant Distribution Network Operator (DNO) […]
While the UK continues to wrestle with housing shortages and the need for urban expansion, new housing developments are urgently required. Behind every successful planning consent and development, there are a number of challenges developers have had to overcome. Ensuring seamless utility provision is one of the most critical—and often overlooked—components of a successful development. […]
A: Not as much as you think if your new connections aren’t in place.. Seismic changes are underway in the UK’s real estate market. As the country accelerates its transition to a low-carbon economy, availability and capacity of electricity infrastructure have emerged as critical factors in property development and investment decisions. Grid capacity is the […]
With concerns rising regarding the energy grid’s dwindling capacity for handling the increase in carbon neutral electricity, and carrying it to the homes and businesses that need it, National Grid’s proposed Great Grid Upgrade is urgently needed. The Great Grid Upgrade is set to transform the UK’s energy infrastructure, and will be one of the […]
The UK’s energy grid is struggling to cope, placing increasing pressure on everyone from developers to bill payers. The growing crisis has been highlighted in a recent article from The Times, which makes it clear that the National power grid simply isn’t able to keep pace. Recently, Storm Floris brought gusts of wind to Scotland […]
You’re aware of the possibility of undergrounding overhead apparatus on a site. You know that doing so could free up development land, increase the value of your land, and improve your planning prospects. But what does it cost, and is it worth it? Whilst something like a 400kV or a 275kV (the big hitters of […]
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