With New construction, regeneration and development projects it is essential to be aware of any changes within the surrounding area before purchase. Planning search will provided information on the area where the property is located rather than the specific property.
Landmark Planning
Home buyers must be aware of any potential changes within the surrounding area before proceeding with a purchase.
Landmark Planning provides a full residential report on planning applications within the area around the property. This includes all commercial and residential applications, including decisions on any developments and comprehensive data on land use designations.
| Key Features | Why this matters |
|---|---|
| Includes map showing planning applications in the area and table detailing the applications, dating back to 1997. | Provides broader information on all planning applications locally. |
| Uses variable search radii depending on whether the location is urban or rural. | Provides more manageable search areas for urban areas and meaningful rural data. |
| Includes details of land use policies and proposals for individual sites and identifies areas suitable for housing, industry, retail, conservation or other land uses. | Offers crucial long-term information on areas that may have been identified for future development. |
| Uses aerial photography of the site and surrounding area. | Offers client peace of mind that surrounding area has been comprehensively mapped. |
| Includes details of council tax bandings, school and performance indicators, breakdown of area’s housing and demographics. | Provides a comprehensive view of the entire area. |
| Includes location of telecoms masts. | Offers indication of mobile phone coverage. |
| All reports are backed by £10 million PI insurance. | All professional parties involved in the property transaction are covered by the indemnity insurance. |
Landmark Sitecheck Planning
The Landmark Sitecheck Planning report provides planning information for commercial property and development transactions.
The report includes data on land use designations, on “minor applications” including single-storey extensions, a list of current and emerging development plans and local information such as crime rates. The Sitecheck Planning search deals with areas of land up to two hectares. Additional fees must be paid on larger areas of land.
| Key Features | Why this matters |
|---|---|
| Includes comprehensive data on land use designations, local development plans and local development frameworks. | Gives client details of policies and proposals that currently affect the property and may do so in the future. |
| Details planning information on “minor applications”, including single-storey extensions and dormer windows. | Makes client fully aware of even the tiniest of planned changes in the local area. |
| Includes a tracker that lists relevant, current and emerging development plans published by local authorities, county councils and park authorities. | Client will be aware of local, unitary, structure, national park, mineral, waste, mineral and waste and regional park plans. |
| Variable search radii between urban and rural areas. | Variable search buffer tailors the radii and ensures the information provided is fit for purpose. |
| Includes useful neighbourhood data; for example, schools, crime rates, insurance claims and population demographics. | Provides the client with a comprehensive view of the wider area surrounding a commercial property. |
| All reports are backed by £10 million PI insurance. | All professional parties involved in the property transaction are covered by the indemnity insurance. |
Groundsure Planning Search
The Groundsure Planning Search is a redesigned report with new features and an improved layout and clear design that makes navigation easier for conveyancers and solicitors.
The report uses Land Registry polygons for accurate site boundaries and includes such data as air quality management areas and modelled data, neighbourhood information and planning restrictions such as listed buildings and building conservation areas. The complete planning information it provides enables a client to make an informed decision on property.
| Key Features | Why this matters |
|---|---|
| Provides detailed planning applications and restrictions, land use changes and neighbourhood insight within the vicinity of the property dating back 10 years. | Provides the most up-to-date data to inform a buyer about the value of the property. |
| Includes house extension and project planning applications; current and planned Ofcom mobile phone mast locations; designated environmentally sensitive areas. | Advises of current and future projects that may affect the property’s value. |
| Includes local authority data including council tax bands and police force. | Easily interpreted data. |
| Includes Air Quality Management Areas and modelled data. | Informs buyer of local air quality. |
| £10 million PI insurance on any one claim. | All professional parties involved in the property transaction are covered by the indemnity insurance. |
DevAssess Search
DevAssist is a nationwide company that audits locations for development risks and opportunities, delivering unique and valuable insights into development risks and opportunities. DevAssist is the only company the interprets planning data. Plansearch plus or Groundsure planning included in the price.
The clear, readable reports from DevAssist deliver clarity and enable informed decision-making, if any evidence is found that suggests significant change DevAssist will attached images such as plans in the appendix.
DevAssess is a smart search for residential and commercial property up to 0.25ha that combines existing planning information with a comprehensive investigation that exposes unexploited development sites.
The report will establish the development risk within 75m of a property by interpreting planning applications while identifying its new-build development potential. DevAssist is the only supplier that studies Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA) for risks.
| Key Features | Why this matters |
|---|---|
| Identifies relevant historic planning applications within the search radius. | Arms clients with fullest information on the property and any planning applications. |
| Explains Local Plan Policy. | Offers clarity on local authority’s current and future planning. |
| Identifies future development sites and land allocated for development where no relevant planning history exists. | Makes client aware of potential planning projects nearby. |
| Identifies property’s development potential using OS mapping. | Provides an indication of potential future development of the property. |
| Delivered within five working days. |
DevAssess Premium Report
DevAssess Premium is a smart search for larger residential and commercial property that combines existing planning information with a comprehensive investigation that exposes unexploited development sites. The DevAssess Premium report goes beyond the 75m search limit of the DevAssess search to establish the development risk through interpretation of existing or planned planning applications. The report will also identify the new-build development potential of the property. Choose the DevAssess Premium report for an in-depth professional opinion on large residential and commercial properties. This report is suitable for sites from 0.25 to 40 acres.
| Key Features | Why this matters |
|---|---|
| Identifies relevant historic planning applications within the search radius. | Arms clients with fullest information on the property and any planning applications. |
| Explains Local Plan Policy. | Offers clarity on local authority’s current and future planning. |
| Identifies sites for potential future development where no relevant planning history exists, including OS mapping and aerial photography. | Provides clearest indication of area’s potential for development. |
| Identifies property’s development potential using OS mapping. | Provides an indication of potential future development of the property. |
| Identifies Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA) sites under consideration for future allocation. | Provides an indication of future housing developments. |
| Includes a study of current and potential gypsy/traveller sites. | Gives buyer fullest information on planned projects nearby. |
