Pre-Purchase Feasibility Studies
To aid their decision on the purchase of a plot of land containing trees, developers may wish to undertake a pre-purchase feasibility study. This will provide a more in-depth indication of the potential of a site for development. It will also provide an estimate of potential costs that could arise from likely tree works required to make a site safe.
This initial study will allow for a realistic site plan to be created that will maximise the available space without necessarily removing large numbers of trees, increasing the chances of planning permission being granted first time without stringent conditions. Knowing the size and locations of trees on the site will allow architects to incorporate factors such as shading from trees, locations for overhead and underground services and any other tree constraints, into their designs.
A pre-purchase feasibility survey will involve measuring the trees' height, root protection areas and crown spreads. The crown spreads of the trees will be measured at the four cardinal points to allow an accurate shape to be plotted on a tree constraints plan. The tree constraints plan is created by clearly and accurately plotting the tree dimensions onto the topographical site survey. This type of survey will also involve recommendations on remedial health and safety tree works and the categorisation of trees as A, B, C or R in accordance with British Standard BS5837: 2005. This shows the amenity value of the trees and which trees are most worthy of retention and protection during development.
For further information about our pre-purchase feasibility surveys please call us on 01323 768155 or use our enquiry form.
