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 […]
If you’re a developer considering what and where to build on your site, you’ll be aware of overhead electricity lines and their towers from the outset. They are the most visible constraint you are likely to encounter. But do you know what building restrictions apply to them? Because overhead electricity conductors are not insulated, contact […]
As a landowner or developer, diverting an overhead line underground isn’t always achievable. 132kVs are unlikely to be moved if fewer than three spans are affecting the site, or the cost of doing so may not be justifiable. As for 400kVs and 275kVs, you’ll almost certainly have to live with them. So how do you […]
If you’re a developer considering what and where to build on your site, you’ll need to know firstly, what utilities are already present, and secondly, where best to locate the new services for your proposed development and how low these services can go. The requisite depth of your utility apparatus will vary depending on its […]
Those overhead electricity lines regularly seen dominating the landscape, are all governed by a combination of statutory regulations and industry guidelines. The stand-off safety distances will depend on the size of the apparatus, and the resulting building and construction restrictions can have a serious impact on the amount of developable area available on a site. […]
When you’re looking at a site, remember: not everything shows up on the title plan or in the legal pack. Here’s a handy Site Health Check tick list of things to look out for that might trip you up later: Legal documents rarely show you the full picture. That’s why we always recommend an early […]
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