Construction and Demolition Assessments
What It Is
Construction & Demolition Assessments evaluate the potential environmental impacts of building and demolition works, particularly in relation to dust, noise, vibration, and waste generation. These assessments are often required by planning authorities to ensure projects are carried out responsibly and in compliance with environmental regulations.
Why It Matters — Risks Without It
- ❌ Planning refusal or delays if environmental risks aren’t addressed
- ⚠️ Enforcement action for breaching environmental conditions
- 📣 Complaints from neighbours about dust, noise, or vibration
- 🧾 Higher project costs from unplanned mitigation or stop-work orders
What’s Measured
- Dust and particulate emissions during demolition and construction
- Noise and vibration levels affecting nearby receptors
- Waste streams and recycling opportunities
- Traffic impacts from construction vehicle movements
- Ecological and community sensitivities around the site
How It Works
- Baseline Review: Assess the local environment, receptors, and potential risks from planned activities.
- Impact Assessment: Quantify likely impacts of dust, noise, vibration, and waste using recognised methodologies.
- Mitigation Planning: Recommend measures such as dust suppression, noise barriers, and controlled demolition methods.
- Reporting: Provide a planning-ready assessment aligned with IAQM, BS, and local authority guidance.
- Ongoing Support: Monitor conditions during works and update recommendations as required.
Who It’s For
- 🏗️ Developers and contractors planning large construction or demolition projects
- 🏛️ Planning consultants needing supporting assessments for applications
- 🏢 Project managers working on sensitive or high-profile sites
- 🌍 Local authorities requiring assurance that environmental risks are controlled
What You Get
- 📄 A regulator- and planning-compliant assessment report
- 📊 Measured or modelled data on dust, noise, and vibration impacts
- 🧠 Expert recommendations for mitigation and monitoring
- ✅ Evidence to satisfy planning conditions and protect your project from delays
Plan, protect, and progress: With a Construction & Demolition Assessment, you manage environmental risks before they escalate and keep your project on track.
