An Energy Statement sets out how a proposed development will reduce energy use, improve energy efficiency and address relevant energy and sustainability requirements as part of the planning process.
We prepare Energy Statements for architects, developers, housebuilders and construction professionals, helping project teams demonstrate how their proposals respond to relevant planning policies and energy targets.
An Energy Statement is a planning document that explains the proposed development’s approach to energy efficiency, carbon reduction and low-carbon energy.
Depending on the project and planning requirements, an Energy Statement may consider:
Energy demand and efficiency – how the design reduces energy consumption through building fabric, orientation, glazing and building services.
Carbon emissions – the anticipated energy use and associated carbon emissions of the development.
Renewable and low-carbon technologies – the feasibility and proposed use of technologies such as heat pumps, solar PV and other low-carbon systems.
Building performance – relevant SAP, SBEM or other energy calculations that support the proposed energy strategy.
Planning policy requirements – how the development responds to the applicable local planning policies and sustainability targets.
The exact content of an Energy Statement depends on the type, scale and location of the development, as local planning authorities may have different requirements.
An Energy Statement can form an important part of a planning application and helps demonstrate that energy and sustainability have been considered from the early stages of design.
A well-prepared Energy Statement can help you:
• Demonstrate compliance with relevant planning policies and energy targets
• Identify opportunities to reduce energy use and carbon emissions
• Assess suitable low-carbon and renewable energy measures
• Coordinate the energy strategy with the wider building design
• Reduce the risk of delays caused by missing or inadequate energy information
We work with architects, developers, contractors, housebuilders and construction professionals, providing design and build compliance services across residential and commercial projects.
From SAP Calculations and SBEM Assessments to air pressure testing, acoustic testing, ventilation and thermal performance assessments, we provide the technical compliance services your project needs at different stages of design and construction.
With one company and one point of contact, we make it easier to manage multiple compliance requirements from design through to completion, helping your project stay on track and meet applicable Building Regulations.
Energy Statements are generally prepared to address planning policy requirements, rather than being a standalone Building Regulations requirement.
Depending on the project, our Energy Statements may consider:
• National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
• Local planning policies and sustainability requirements
• Building Regulations Part L
• Relevant local or regional energy and carbon guidance
• SAP, SBEM or other energy performance calculations, where applicable
Whether you require an Energy Statement on its own or alongside other compliance services, we’ll help coordinate the process through one trusted provider, making property compliance simpler to manage.
Our competent surveyors carry out Energy Statements across a wide range of commercial and residential properties, ensuring each survey is appropriate for the building and its intended use.
Based in Manchester with a particular focus on Greater Manchester and the wider North West. But our team supports clients across the UK, so wherever your properties are located, we’re ready to help.
Our compliance reports are written in plain English, with clear findings, practical recommendations and documentation that’s ready to use. No unnecessary jargon, just reports that help you act quickly and stay compliant.
From your first enquiry to your final report and beyond, we’re committed to clear communication, prompt responses and proactive recommendations and reminders to help you stay compliant without the stress.
We coordinate your compliance services in one place, reducing administration, saving time and making property compliance easier to manage, so you can focus on supporting your residents.
Working with the Compliance Company is always great, they produce their work in a timely and professional manner.
Communication is always top notch too, which is really appreciated. They are our go to consultants for anything Part L or SBEM related.
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We provide Energy Statements across the UK, supporting commercial property owners, landlords, housing providers, managing agents, contractors and organisations responsible for maintaining safe, compliant buildings.
Our surveyors regularly work across:
• Greater Manchester (Manchester, Salford, Bolton, Stockport, Oldham, Rochdale, Bury, Tameside, Trafford, Wigan)
• Merseyside (Liverpool, Wirral, St Helens, Southport, Knowsley, Sefton)
• Cheshire (Chester, Warrington, Crewe, Macclesfield, Northwich, Ellesmere Port, Wilmslow)
• Lancashire (Preston, Blackburn, Blackpool, Burnley, Accrington, Rossendale, Chorley, Lancaster)
• West Yorkshire (Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Huddersfield, Halifax, Dewsbury, Batley)
• South Yorkshire (Sheffield, Doncaster, Rotherham, Barnsley)
• North Yorkshire (York, Harrogate, Scarborough, Ripon, Selby, Skipton)
• East Midlands (Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire)
• Staffordshire (Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford, Tamworth, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Burton upon Trent)
• West Midlands (Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Solihull, Walsall, Dudley, Sandwell)
• North East (Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Darlington, Durham)
• East Anglia (Cambridge, Norwich, Ipswich, Peterborough)
• Greater London (Central, North, South, East, West London)
• Kent (Maidstone, Canterbury, Medway, Ashford, Dartford, Tunbridge Wells)
• Surrey (Guildford, Woking, Reigate, Epsom, Redhill)
• Essex (Chelmsford, Colchester, Basildon, Southend-on-Sea, Harlow)
• South Coast (Hampshire, Sussex, Portsmouth, Southampton, Brighton, Eastbourne)
• South West (Bristol, Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Gloucestershire, Plymouth, Exeter, Bath, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Taunton)
• South Wales (Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil)
• Scotland (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Stirling, Perth)
Not every development requires an Energy Statement. Whether one is needed depends on the type and scale of the development and the planning policies of the relevant local authority. Some planning authorities require Energy Statements for particular types of development or applications.
The content depends on the project and local planning requirements but can include energy demand, energy efficiency measures, carbon emissions, renewable and low-carbon technologies, and supporting SAP or SBEM calculations.
An Energy Statement is primarily a planning document that explains the overall energy strategy for a development. SAP Calculations assess the energy performance of new dwellings using the government-approved SAP methodology and are used for Building Regulations compliance.
SAP calculations can form part of the technical evidence used within an Energy Statement where appropriate.
An Energy Statement should ideally be considered early in the design process, before important decisions about building layout, orientation, fabric, services and energy technologies are finalised.
Early assessment gives the design team more opportunity to incorporate energy-efficiency measures into the scheme.
Yes. We provide Energy Statements for residential and non-residential developments, with the assessment tailored to the planning requirements and energy strategy of the specific project.
New homes need to demonstrate compliance with the energy efficiency requirements of Part L of the Building Regulations. SAP calculations assess the energy performance of a dwelling and help determine whether the proposed design meets the required standards.
We provide SAP calculations for new-build and conversion projects, assessing energy performance, carbon emissions and key building specifications, and provide the reports needed for Building Control and compliance.
Non-domestic buildings need to demonstrate compliance with the energy efficiency requirements of Part L of the Building Regulations. SBEM assesses the energy performance of buildings such as offices, retail units and commercial spaces against the required standards.
We provide SBEM assessments for new-build and commercial projects, modelling energy performance, carbon emissions and building specifications, and providing the reports needed for Building Control and compliance.
Overheating can affect comfort, health and the performance of new homes. Under Part O of the Building Regulations, new residential buildings must be designed to reduce the risk of overheating and provide adequate means of removing excess heat.
We carry out Part O overheating assessments using the Simplified Method or Dynamic Thermal Modelling, providing clear results and compliance documentation for your project.
Whether you’re managing a residential property, supported accommodation, office, school or commercial premises, an EPC provides an A–G energy efficiency rating and recommendations for improvement.
EPC requirements apply to many properties when they are constructed, sold or rented, with Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) also applying to certain rented properties.
We carry out EPC assessments and provide the certification and information you need to understand your property’s energy performance and meet applicable requirements.
New homes need to demonstrate that their water use meets the requirements of Part G of the Building Regulations. Our water efficiency calculations assess the proposed fittings and appliances against the required litres-per-person-per-day target.
We calculate water consumption for new dwellings, helping you meet the required 125-litre or optional 110-litre standard and providing the documentation needed for Building Control.
Default thermal bridging values can be conservative, potentially leading to higher insulation requirements and unnecessary costs. Bespoke PSI values provide a more accurate picture of how heat moves through your building’s junctions and support compliance with Part L of the Building Regulations.
We calculate bespoke thermal bridging values for your project, helping improve SAP accuracy, optimise your specification and demonstrate compliance without over-specifying materials.
Air leakage can affect a building’s energy performance and its compliance with Part L of the Building Regulations. For new dwellings, air pressure testing is an important part of demonstrating that the required standards for air permeability have been met.
We carry out accurate air pressure tests, identify air leakage and provide the certification and reporting needed for building control.
Poor sound insulation can affect comfort, privacy and compliance in residential developments. Under Part E of the Building Regulations, buildings must provide appropriate resistance to the passage of sound.
We carry out airborne and impact sound testing to assess acoustic performance, identify issues and provide the test results and reporting needed for building control.
Is the ventilation system actually delivering the airflow it was designed for? Our testing checks MEV, MVHR and other mechanical ventilation systems at individual terminals, helping identify performance issues before they hold up sign-off.
We provide accurate flow-rate results and the certification needed to demonstrate compliance with Part F of the Building Regulations.
Compliance in supported housing is a different beast.
It has stricter frameworks, sector-specific requirements and a very different set of responsibilities.
We have a specialist division built entirely for it. Same one-stop-shop approach, built specifically for housing providers, care organisations and nominated individuals managing property compliance.
