BREEAM Assessments & CSH (Code for Sustainable Homes.)
The global moves and our Government's directives towards
sustainability have led to an increasing need for developers to record
and assess the impact of their new developments - using a set of tools
and current best practice. Landvision have over a decade's experience
in carrying out Assessments for developments throughout the South
East with our team of suitably qualified ecologists and landscape
managers providing you with the professional service you need. We
are members of the Institute of Ecology
and Environmental Management (IEEM) - a requirement for a
registered Ecological Consultancy.
• BREEAM Assessments
• Ecological surveys
• Written reports
• Integrating design with ecology
The Code for Sustainable Homes is the main standard for all housing
developments, building on a methodology developed by BREEAM. By ensuring
that ecological aspects are considered from the start, using our service
and consultancy can help to save you time and money.
In addition to being members of IEEM, we are also fully qualified
members of The Landscape Institute, so that we can integrate your
Landscape Design Plans with ecological solutions. This integrated
approach is a benefit as we are able to offer ecological and design
services under one roof, saving you time and money.
• Code for Sustainable Homes reports
• Ecological issues discussed
• Links to planning Law and conditions
• Landscape Design with ecological solutions
More information on BREEAM
BRE Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM)
is the most widely used environmental assessment method for sustainable
design and describes environmental performance.
BREEAM provides clients, developers and other professionals and interested
parties with:
· Environmental impact designed so new building has low impact
on environment.
· Best environmental practice is used in building & landscape design
· Innovative ecological solutions are designed to minimise the
environmental impact
· Higher than regulations standards set so that design is inspiring
· Improved environments produced for clients
· Environmental objectives of companies are met by using this
standard
Ecology and Land Use is one of the categories which can be assessed
by the developer to accumulate credits which are optional. In order
to obtain the maximum award for the lowest cost-inputs, if a “Very
Good” or “Excellent” award is desired then issues regarding
Ecology and Land Use should be taken into account in assessment and
design. (A Guide to EcoHomes, Jenny Wain, Sustainable Homes 2003). In
2009, it became a requirement for developers to look at Ecology and
Land Use as part of their Breeam assessments.
Using BREEAM enables the assessor to address environment & sustainable
issues. It also helps developers to incorporate environmental design
into their buildings, to satisfy clients and planning authorities.
Sites where Breeam can be used;
BREEAM for Commercial sites;
BREEAM for Schools, industrial sites.
BREEAM for EcoHomes and environmentally friendly extensions.
When we undertake your BREEAM assessment, we will use a scoring system
which is clear, with report based on our extensive experience and
latest research findings. This approach has a very positive influence
on the design, construction and management of the new development.
Breeam is a useful tool for planners, development agencies and developers
to specify the sustainability performance of building and landscape
design.
Property agents are able to promote sites with Breeam as having environmental
credentials. This is a great benefit for purchasers and tenants. Landvision
designs use Breeam to improve the landscape and the performance of
site design and layout by enhancing landscape ecology and environmental
sustainability. LandVision has a long standing relationship with the
construction and building industry, working all over the South East
for a range of clients, on all scales of commisssion, for future generations
to enjoy.
