Business Details
We have been operating as a Chartered Surveying practice since 1999, exclusively serving the public sector. Our team combines extensive experience in viability, planning and valuation to deliver impartial advice. We have completed over 600 instructions in the past three years, representing development values of several billion pounds. Our staff include highly qualified cost consultants and senior surveyors who bring specialised knowledge to each project. We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) under Firm No741612, ensuring professional standards. We provide clear, plainEnglish reports that are accessible to all stakeholders and support informed decisionmaking.
Our independent advice is not conflicted by developer instructions, guaranteeing genuine objectivity for local authorities. We offer complimentary training to members and officers, enhancing their understanding of planning and cost matters. We maintain longterm collaborative relationships with around 75 local authority clients across the United Kingdom. Our high repeatinstruction rate reflects the trust and satisfaction of our publicsector partners. We are committed to delivering value for money while upholding the highest levels of integrity and transparency.
Our independent advice is not conflicted by developer instructions, guaranteeing genuine objectivity for local authorities. We offer complimentary training to members and officers, enhancing their understanding of planning and cost matters. We maintain longterm collaborative relationships with around 75 local authority clients across the United Kingdom. Our high repeatinstruction rate reflects the trust and satisfaction of our publicsector partners. We are committed to delivering value for money while upholding the highest levels of integrity and transparency.
Highlights and features
- We have been operating since 1999.
- Our team has delivered over 600 publicsector instructions.
- We are regulated by the RICS as Firm No741612.
- Our reports are written in plain English for all stakeholders.
- We provide complimentary training to members and officers.
Services
Viability Reviews
We assess the financial feasibility of affordable housing and publichouse schemes, analysing costs, revenues and policy constraints. Our primary clients are local authorities and public bodies that require robust viability evidence for planning applications. The outcome provides clear risk insight, enabling confident decisions and successful development approvals.
Planning Policy
We interpret and apply national and local planning policies, including Community Infrastructure Levy requirements. Our advice assists councils and developers in aligning proposals with statutory regulations. Clients benefit from reduced delays and enhanced compliance, leading to significant smoother project delivery.
Valuation Services
We provide independent, marketaligned valuations for public sector assets, adhering to RICS standards. Our valuations support budgeting, disposals and strategic longterm investment decisions for local authorities. Clients receive transparent, detailed reports, enabling confident financial planning, risk assessment and regulatory compliance.
Expert Witness
We act as expert witnesses in planning inquiries and public hearings, providing authoritative testimony. Our experience with over 600 instructions equips us to present clear, evidencebased arguments. Clients gain credibility and stronger case outcomes through our rigorous, impartial forensic analysis.
Asset Management
We deliver asset and estate management strategies that optimise public sector property portfolios. Our services target councils seeking to maximise asset value while minimising operational costs. The result is sustained performance, enhanced revenue streams, improved risk management and longterm community benefit.
