Section Agreements Decoded: S38, S104, S278 – The Technical Documentation That Prevents Adoption Delays
Thousands of UK homeowners pay £150-400 annually for road maintenance because infrastructure remains unadopted. The cause? Deficient technical documentation. Decode Section 38, 104, and 278 agreements—learn the technical requirements that prevent adoption delays and protect residents and reputation.
New Appointment Variations (NAVs): An Alternative to Traditional Water Company Adoption
Section 104 adoption isn't your only option. New Appointment Variations (NAVs) offer developers competitive pricing, faster approvals, and personalised service for water and sewerage infrastructure. Discover how NAVs work, site eligibility requirements, and when to consider this alternative adoption route.
Pre-Purchase Due Diligence: Five Technical Risks That Turn Viable Sites Into Money Pits
A developer purchased a site for £850,000 assuming straightforward development. Post-acquisition surveys revealed £395,000 of unexpected abnormals. The site economics collapsed. Discover the 5 technical risks that turn viable sites into money pits—and how to identify them before you're committed.
Beyond BNG Compliance: What Your Technical Drawings Must Show for Biodiversity Net Gain Approval
98% of SME builders find implementing Biodiversity Net Gain challenging. The confusion isn't about ecology—it's about technical drawings. Discover exactly what your habitat plans must show for BNG approval, how to link drawings to metric calculations, and the common pitfalls that trigger rejection.
The Development Lifecycle: When Technical Expertise Matters Most From Land Acquisition to Adoption
93% of SME developers cite planning delays as a major barrier to growth. Behind this statistic lies a common pattern: engaging technical specialists too late. Discover when technical expertise matters most across the development lifecycle—from land acquisition through to final infrastructure adoption.
The Developer's Dilemma: When to Hire Specialist Technical Support vs. Your Architect
"Our architect said they'd handle everything." It's a phrase heard regularly after planning delays or Land Registry rejections. Discover the 5 scenarios when specialist technical support becomes essential—and when architects can manage alone. Build the right team for your development's needs.

