Infrastructure Project Areas

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Energy

Power Generation, Solar, Wind, Power Transmission and Distribution, Waste

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Water

Civil Engineering, Tunnelling, Pipelines and Utilities

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Transport

Rail, Aviation, Waterways, Highways and Bridges

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Communication

Telecoms, Masts, Data Storage

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Site appraisal​ and consenting strategy

We start with a planning and environmental factors appraisal - assessing opportunities, constraints and the potential for development of a specific site. The subsequent Land and Consents Strategy is an essential tool required to ensure risks that could affect project scope, programme, and budget are identified at an early stage.

Environmental impact assessment

Environmental impact assessment

We offer a full service that will assemble and coordinate topic specialists to deliver environmental surveys, Environmental Statements, non-technical summaries, and deliverable environmental mitigation solutions.

Planning digital communication networks for urban areas by Urban Vista Planning

Planning application coordination and production​

We will coordinate the entire planning application process from inception, through submission, and ultimately project delivery. Leading the assembly of a technical team of consenting experts to produce an application that leads to the timely implementation of the project aims.

Renewable energy solutions integrated into infrastructure projects by Urban Vista

Permitted Development Rights

Expert advice regarding the most efficient planning and consenting route available for any given project using the frequently updated permitted development rights and prior approval mechanisms.

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Community and Stakeholder Engagement

​Creating a bespoke engagement strategy and dialogue with community stakeholders.

Highway and road infrastructure planned by Urban Vista Planning for improved connectivity.

Planning Obligations and Commitments Negotiation

Direct engagement and negotiation with local planning authorities about the provision of planning obligations and commitments.

Planning for urban water distribution systems to enhance sustainability.

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) became mandatory in England for most new planning applications from February 2024, as per the Environment Act 2021. This requires all new applications (with a small number of exemptions) to deliver at least a 10% Net Gain in ‘biodiversity units’ - i.e. wildlife habitats. Our team of consultants can assist you in fulfilling this mandatory requirement for most developments.