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The importance of surveys for public sector & local government projects
We’ve worked with many public sector and local government organisations, so recognise that their construction projects are often complex. Our experience includes schemes with various local authorities and boroughs. We support new construction, large-scale regeneration projects, road improvements and the redevelopment of open space.
From land survey services for schools and housing associations to health authorities and the police, we know these projects are usually challenged by tight budgets and timeline
Planning better public construction
Gathering comprehensive, quality survey information upfront is crucial for public building construction. They enable you to consider more aspects of a project more easily. You can plan more accurately, reducing risks and the potential for costly delays.
Detailed site plans also help you to show why the work is necessary and address any stakeholder or community concerns. You can demonstrate how the new design will work with the existing environment and the project’s long term benefits.
Depending on where you are developing, you might need more detailed investigations. This is in addition to the services we offer. As specialist land surveyors we often work closely alongside other professionals so can recommend further reliable expertise. Whether it’s structural surveys, flood risk assessments, utility surveys or environmental surveys, we can help you get everything you need to move forward confidently.
Why choose Cheshire Surveys
We provide a range of surveys and related services across the North West, Cheshire, North Staffordshire and North Wales.
Passion & technical expertise
25+ years experience
Quality services tailored to your project
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What surveys could you need?
As-Built Surveys
A fully up-to-date record of what has just been constructed, ensuring it matches the proposed plans. Useful for producing further plans that require an accurate site layout.
Measured Building Surveys
3D site survey of a building’s layout and structure that can also be used to produce floor plans, elevations and cross-section drawings.
Road Surveys
Comprehensive record of current road layouts and levels, including kerbs, street furniture and road markings. Ideal for visibility splays and new highways designs.
Surveys for Land Registry Title Plans
Site surveys for creating Land Registry compliant plans to record areas of sale, transfer, correction or first registration.
Topographical Surveys
Accurate, scaled plan of a site’s terrain, and a record of the position and levels of both manmade and natural features.
Why might you need a survey?
Accurate and current details give significant support to the design of upgrade proposals. A topographical survey provides up-to-date measured data for the levels and features of an area. These can inform changes to existing road layouts including carriageways, junctions and roundabouts. They also support improvements to other infrastructure such as street lighting, bus stops and utilities.
Making the most of existing public assets may require land development. We can support you with land surveys to identify boundaries and the site’s current elevations and grading. With detailed information about public land you will be able to manage its use, support any conservation plans, and recognise the areas best suited for future development.
Surveys play an important role in public building projects like schools, community spaces and parks, and sports and leisure centres. Topographical and boundary surveys can save time by helping you identify if a site is suitable for development or redevelopment. They provide details about existing structures, trees and vegetation, water features, street furniture and more.
You can use the results to weigh up a project’s feasibility and decide whether you will be able to complete it efficiently. These surveys help you develop schemes that can be a long term investment and good for the public purse.
Many councils are also reevaluating their housing stock and need to make the best use of limited stock for those who need it most. Social housing landlords can gain a clear picture and records of their housing stock and its condition. You can ensure housing remains safe, efficient and compliant with regulations.
With the right approach you can transform unloved public areas into attractive community spaces. Our land surveys support public landscape design, so you can understand more about the potential of a site. This can help you to anticipate land development challenges, plan drainage works, and choose the right materials.
Up-to-date information about listed or historic public buildings can help you to create effective maintenance plans. A monitoring survey can record any movements. It can also check if cracks in walls or floors are growing over time. You can anticipate maintenance and ensure historic buildings stay in good condition.
Surveys also help when considering redevelopment opportunities. Converting redundant historic buildings is sustainable and enables them to be reused. A measured building survey will provide a detailed overview of historical features. It also gives you precise drawings for planning applications and listed building consent. This helps to create a new use that conserves the original character.
Our Public Sector Construction Projects
Project examples and costs
Redevelopment of an Old Swimming Pool
Our team carried out a topographical survey on the site of an old public swimming pool building, as well as the surrounding area. This acted as a detailed starting point to inform regeneration proposals and future designs.
Estimated cost: £750.00 + VAT
Highway Survey for a Junction Improvement
We completed a topographical survey for a stretch of road with a junction that needed to be improved. This provided important information, including elevation changes, natural features and street furniture. The survey details were used to inform the junction’s new improved design.
Estimated cost: £1500.00
Police Station Redevelopment
Following the demolition of an old police station building, we carried out a new topographical survey of the site. This updated site survey would inform the groundworks for the area’s redevelopment. We also set out the development’s boundary and level datums around the site, which the project’s contractors could then all work to.
Estimated cost: £3000.00 + VAT
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Benefits for public building construction and local government projects
Our site surveys for public building construction help you to ensure these projects align with site conditions. They help you identify all features and levels, and ensure your boundary records are correct for both land and property. This can avoid future disputes and reduce unforeseen problems during the buying or selling process.
With the right surveys, you can avoid costly mistakes and understand if any additional work may be needed before the build starts. Accurate survey records of an existing building can be used for redevelopment. They also support your regulatory compliance and important documents, like fire escape plans and asset registers.
How we work
Step 01
Request a quote
We’ll need your project’s address and a site plan. We’ll then get in touch for a consultation to confirm site details and understand exactly what your project needs.
Step 02
Quote accepted
Once your project is confirmed with us, we’ll arrange a convenient date for your survey.
Step 03
We complete your survey
We’ll visit your project site to carry out the survey. We can meet you on site if needed. We will then process the survey data and create a survey drawing.
Step 04
Receive your survey
We’ll share the survey data with you, usually within a few days. We use industry standard file types and can issue all the drawings in multiple formats.
