Structure, basements & ground
A planning-stage statement of how demolition and construction will be carried out safely, with neighbouring buildings protected.
Councils frequently ask for a demolition or construction method statement where works are close to neighbours, involve retained facades or include significant excavation. It may be required with the application or by condition.
A structural engineer sets out a practical sequence for demolition and construction, the temporary support needed and the measures that protect adjoining buildings and the public.
You receive a planning-stage statement. The contractor's detailed method statements and temporary works design are prepared later and are not included.
Existing and proposed drawings, site constraints and neighbouring building information.
We review the site, proposal and planning stage to agree the appropriate scope. The work is carried out by a suitably qualified specialist we appoint, named in your fee proposal.
How our planning consultancy process worksILLUSTRATIVE REPORT PREVIEW
Front cover and contents page examples. The document structure is tailored to your instruction, site and relevant planning requirements.
This outline explains the purpose of each section. The final contents depend on the agreed scope, available evidence and requirements of the local planning authority.
Project details, reference, revision, date, author, reviewer and a concise summary of the key findings.
The site, the demolition and the new construction proposed.
Adjoining structures, party walls and sensitive receptors.
Order of demolition and how stability is maintained.
Excavation, support and spoil management.
Propping, retention and protection of retained fabric and neighbours.
Controls to limit effects on neighbours.
Movement and vibration monitoring where needed.
Index relevant plans, photographs, calculations, surveys and source documents; include only the evidence relevant to this instruction.
Read our planning supporting documents guide to explore related evidence.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Clear answers to help you plan your next step.
Still have a question?
Tell us about the site and we will confirm what is needed and what it should cost.
Make an enquiryNo. A construction logistics plan deals with vehicles, deliveries and the highway. A method statement deals with how the structure is taken down and built safely. Many sites need both.
Existing and proposed drawings, site constraints and neighbouring building information.
The price shown is a starting estimate for the stated scope. We review the site, proposal, available information and required deliverables, then confirm the fee, exclusions and programme in a written quotation before appointment.
We bring the relevant planning consultants and specialist providers into a coordinated project team. They work from an agreed brief and current proposal, with dependencies and design changes discussed across disciplines. Each consultant remains responsible for their own professional advice and agreed deliverables.
PART OF A COORDINATED APPOINTMENT
This service can form part of a wider coordinated planning appointment. We bring the relevant consultants together to work alongside your design team, discuss assessment findings and identify how recommendations affect other reports and the proposal.
Your fee proposal confirms who prepares each document, the information it relies on and the limits of the instruction. A report provides evidence for the council’s assessment; the planning decision remains the council’s. Explore how our consultants work together or discuss the team your project needs.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Tell us about the site, what you want to achieve and any deadline. We will review it and suggest an appropriate next step.
Call 020 8004 4464 or email info@greencodeconsultants.com.