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Basement Impact Assessment
A Basement Impact Assessment (BIA) is increasingly required to be submitted to satisfy planning conditions imposed by local councils.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary project team, we provide assistance on all ground-related elements including the ground investigation. Soiltechnics has considerable experience undertaking all stages of a basement impact assessment on domestic and commercial basement projects throughout London. Led by a Chartered Civil Engineer we have a strong track record in helping our Clients attain planning permission.
In accordance with the guidance document produced by the London Borough of Camden and generally followed by other local authorities the assessment is typically structured into four stages:
- Screening – Following a desk study review of readily available information this stage identifies matters that require further investigation
- Scoping – Building upon the matters noted in the Screening stage, the impacts of those issues are identified
- Site investigation and study – This stage, if required, entails physical works at the site to confirm ground and groundwater conditions, and existing foundation depths
- Impact assessment – Detailed geotechnical modelling (Ground Movement Analysis) is undertaken to assess the impact on neighbouring properties.
What Our Clients Say
Matthew Hill – Project Manager, Southwark Council.
“Soiltechnics has provided a range of soil reports, ground investigation surveys, remediation strategies and verification reports for parks and open space improvement projects in Southwark. They have also provided clear and concise expert advice on ground/soil related issues which have occurred during the construction phase. Soiltechnics is a valued, reliable consultant we will continue to approach for similar schemes.”
Gavin Williams – Senior Pre Construction Surveyor, Willmott Dixon Construction Ltd.
“Having worked with Soiltechnics for almost ten years, they are considered a trusted member of our supply chain. Soiltechnics completed a robust selection process which highlighted their ability to perform with the utmost professionalism in regards to customer service, value for money and site safety. It is trusted consultants like Soiltechnics who we can depend on in our pursuit to provide the perfect product for our customers.”
Nathan Pickering – Regional Operations Lead, Vision Survey.
“Vision Survey has worked with Soiltechnics for several years, initially forging a strong working relationship with their Manchester office, which has since expanded to include our respective southern offices. We appreciate their excellent professional conduct, their collaborative working approach and ultimately, in knowing that we can rely on them to meet our requirements.“
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We work with clients of all sizes, from developers, building contractors, private companies, local authorities and individuals, on a wide variety of projects spanning major infrastructure, commercial, residential, educational, land development and restoration.