Energy Statements for Planning Applications

Energy Statements for Planning

An energy statement shows the planning authority how your development will cut energy use and carbon emissions. Major schemes in London need one under the London Plan, and many councils across England ask for one too. We write the statement and run the SAP and SBEM calculations behind it.

When you need one

• Major developments: 10 or more homes, or 1,000 m² or more of commercial floor space
• Any scheme referred to the Mayor of London
• Smaller schemes where the council's own policy asks for one
• Outside London, wherever the local plan sets an energy or carbon target

What the London Plan asks for

Major developments have to be net zero-carbon and follow the energy hierarchy:

1. Be Lean. Use less energy through better fabric and efficient services. Homes must save at least 10% and commercial space at least 15% from efficiency alone.
2. Be Clean. Supply energy efficiently, for example by connecting to a heat network where one is available.
3. Be Green. Generate renewable energy on site, usually with heat pumps and solar panels.
4. Be Seen. Monitor and report energy use after completion.

The scheme has to cut carbon on site by at least 35% beyond Part L. Whatever remains is paid to the borough as a carbon offset contribution.

What our report includes

• Carbon emissions at each stage of the hierarchy, from sample SAP and SBEM calculations
• A review of heating options and the renewables that are feasible on your site
• An overheating section, with TM59 modelling where the council needs it
• Water efficiency calculation
• The carbon offset figure

What we need from you

• Planning drawings and schedule of accommodation
• Site plan
• Any pre-application advice or planning officer comments
• The proposed heating and ventilation strategy, if you have one

Price

From £600+VAT, including the SAP or SBEM calculations and the water efficiency calculation behind the report.

Questions we get asked

Is an energy statement the same as a SAP calculation? No. SAP proves a home meets the Building Regulations. The energy statement uses SAP and SBEM results to show planners the scheme meets planning policy.

Our scheme is under 10 homes. Do we need one? It depends on the council. Send us the validation checklist or the planning condition and we will tell you.

Will you deal with the planning officer's comments? Yes. We answer queries and update the report.

Related: SAP Calculations, SBEM and BRUKL, TM59 Dynamic Overheating, Part G Water Efficiency.

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