FEASIBILITY

• Carry out initial scheme appraisal and prepare feasibility studies
• Advise on requirements of planning and other statutory authorities
• Advise on methods of procurement
• Advise on appointment of consultants

SURVEY

• Arrange production of digital measured survey of existing buildings / structures (DS)

DESIGN

• Prepare outline scheme design drawings
• Develop scheme and prepare detailed scheme design drawings

PLANNING

• Advise on responsibilities of client under the Party Wall Act
• Carry out preliminary discussions with:
• Planning authority, Highways authority, Drainage authority, Fire authority
• Environmental health, Environment agency & Service Providers
• Prepare detailed planning application drawings to client approval
• Prepare computer model and 3D rendered images of scheme
• Prepare and deposit detailed planning application
• Prepare and deposit conservation area application
• Prepare and deposit listed building application
• Prepare and deposit advertisement display application
• Prepare and deposit public footpath diversion application
• Negotiate requirements of section 106 agreement where appropriate
• Advise on planning appeal routes
• Act as expert witness in planning inquiry

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

• Prepare detailed substructure and site works details and drawings including:
• Services, Drainage, Roads, Setting out & External works
• Prepare detailed superstructure drawings and details
• Prepare full National Building Specification
• Arrange production of SAP calculations
• Prepare and deposit Robust Details registration
• Deposit building regulations / NHBC application

TENDER & CONTRACT

• Advise on type and form of building contract
• Advise on selection and appointment of contractors and invite tenders
• Prepare building contract documentation
• Liaise with contractor over site set up, project programme and progress
• Administer the terms of the contract and prepare financial certificates
• Carry out regular inspections and certify practical and final completion
• Prepare ‘as built’ drawings as required

MARKETING & CONVEYANCE

• Prepare HM Land Registry compliant drawings for conveyancing
• Supply information pack to conveyance solicitors comprising all legal consents, approvals, orders, agreements and drawings where appropriate
• Prepare & enter into collateral warranty agreement

 

Whether you are building a house, developing land, building commercial or residential properties or simply extending your existing property Anthony Rickett Architects has the experience and depth of professional architect services to help you make it happen – on time and on budget.