Reconfiguration & Alterations to a property in Langport, Somerset
Read MoreThe George, Martock - Planning and Listed Building consent was granted in January this year for a proposed rear extension and external and internal alterations to The George in Martock. Our clients are now progressing on with sourcing funding to ensure the project can be implemented as soon as possible to continue the use of The George.
Read MoreFollowing on from obtaining Listed Building and Planning consent (granted April 2021) covering internal alteration work and new gates at Langford Manor, Fivehead, the new gates are now installed and internal alterations to the kitchen area have been completed.
Read MoreIn the South West we have been heavily been affected over the past 2 years by the Nutrient Neutrality rules with the Government proposing the extend the rules from the current 32 local planning authorities to a further 42.
Read MoreMerry Christmas & Happy New Year from Tandem Architects
Read MoreThe past 6 months have continued to be busy and we have on-going projects in for planning approval and out to tender.
The issues of phosphates are sadly still an on-going issue to projects caught up within the planning system located within the Somerset Levels and Moors area. SSDC have recently requested a ‘Phosphate Extension of Time Request’ as follows;
‘We are asking for a Extension of Time until 28th February 2022 to allow us to progress work on applications that are acquiring credits and to move the SPD (Supplementary Planning Document) through the process of consultation and adoption. Where applications can be determined prior to that date we will endeavour to do so.’
Read MoreMerry Christmas & Happy New Year from Tandem Architects
Read MoreWork has commenced on the build of 3 new properties in Martinstown, just outside Dorchester. Planning was obtained in September this year following consultation and liaison with Dorset Council. Following the issue of planning consent, building regulations and production information was prepared in collaboration with the timber frame manufacturer in readiness for commencement on site.
Read MoreGreat news to see that Somerset Rural Life Museum has now reopened after lockdown, please do go a visit (https://swheritage.org.uk/somerset-rural-life-museum/).
We assisted the South West Heritage Trust with the new floor surface inside the Abbey Barn to record the archaeological surface exposed following archaeological investigations and prepare proposal drawings for the new floor.
This was a complex project to ensure that the sensitive archaeological horizon was protected and all new services and floor surfaces did not impact on this zone.
Read MoreWork has just been completed on the internal alterations and extension of a family home to create a new kitchen, dining room, family room with office space and utility room with cloakroom. The extension was designed to complement the existing style of the original house utilising a matching palette of materials.
Read MoreWe are happy to confirm that Planning Consent has been granted for a new residential development in Bedminster, Bristol consisting of 4 (3 Bedroom) Apartments on a Brownfield site located centrally with Bedminister. The design has been based on the need to achieve sustainable construction incorporating energy efficient design, renewable energies, rainwater harvesting, sustainable urban design system, biodiversity enhancement and a minimum 20% C02 reduction.
Read MoreWe are glad to say that although the past 6 months have been very strange our on-site projects are slowly getting back to normal with 3 completing in the past month. It has been a bit of a learning curve in regards to how contract administration adapts to the delay caused by COVID-19, especially when building sites were not required to shut, but staff and building supplies had stopped. However, we have been able to address this with minimal impact to both our clients and the contractors.
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