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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Developing a site should be about reaping rewards for everyone concerned, but failing to carry out thorough due diligence beforehand could spell disaster. Before breaking ground, there are several steps developers should be taking.   Here’s a guide to those essential due diligence steps: 1. Examine Land Title Documents Before purchasing or developing a site, […]

Step 1 Notice served to terminate any existing wayleave agreements on the line (timescale: 3 months) Step 2 Negotiations with District Network Operator with the expectation of extracting one to three ascending compensation offers from them (timescale: 12 – 15 months) Step 3 Design feasibility carried out by DNO to determine the best diversion route […]