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Phase 1: Desktop Study



A Phase 1 Desktop Study (see an example desktop study) is often required by local planning authorities, when applying for planning permission. New build and change of use both require planning and therefore a Phase 1 Desktop Study to be compiled (desktop study contents).

desktop study - Geological Map A "Desktop Study" report outlines the Site History, Geology and Hydrogeology, and any environmental risk associated with that particular plot.

We put together this information in the form of a Desktop Study Report that can be submitted at the relevant time to the local planning authority.

If you are buying land and are worried about possible contamination (an old garage forecourt for example) then it is wise to have an Desktop Study carried out before purchase.

Land Contamination may affect the value of the property.


Other sites with dubious past histories / possible contamination issues might include:

-Petrol Stations
-Farms
-Work Shops
-Coal Yards
-Factories
-Industrial Units
-Brewery
-Gas Works
-Timber Yards / Saw Mills
-Shops
-Restaurants
desktop study - Uffculme History
Contaminated Land News (May 2010)

EA releases "Guiding Principles for Land Contamination"

Te EA has released a collection of "guidance that replaces our document ’Environment Agency requirements for land contamination reports’." The guidance is aimed at land owners, specialists and consultants and clarifies the governments stance on dealing with the large areas of contaminated land in the UK.

Read the Guidance (pdf file)

As well as outlining Environmental Risk a Desktop Study also informs of Geotechnical related risk on the site, known occurrences of subsidence, and man made ground etc are detailed in the report.

Contaminated Land News

Please feel free to telephone the office for a free informal discussion regarding any of the services we provide. Detailed written quotations can be provided upon request.

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