Light
Light within the built environment is mostly split between planning and common law
|Daylight and Sunlight
DLSL
|Rights to Light
ROL
|Solar Photovoltaics
PV
|Research + Development
R+D
Explanations below or books us for a CPD
refers to the availability and quality of natural light (daylight and sunlight) in and around buildings, particularly in residential developments. These amenities are important for health, well-being, energy efficiency, and the overall quality of living environments. These reports support Planning Applications.
DLSL
The guidance - Site Layout Planning for Daylight and Sunlight (BRE report 209)
Purpose - to balance development potential with the protection of light for occupants and neighbours.
Risks - It’s a complicated and a technical subject. The situation can easily be misunderstood and misrepresented.
| Our Approach
Early engagement
Contextual Awareness
Clear and Evidence-Driven
ROL
are a type of legal easement in property law that protect a property owner's entitlement to receive natural light through defined openings, typically windows. These rights are separate from planning law and are enforceable under common law in many jurisdictions, particularly in the UK.
We provide strategic advice to meet both today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges in managing these rights.
Injunction, Ransom payments, Time Delays Protracted Negotiations, Unnecessary Costs
| Our Strategy
Avoid
Prevent
Safeguard
Action and Rectify
as energy costs continue to rise, many households are exploring solar solutions, while organisations increasingly adopt large-scale solar as part of their ESG strategies.
Our service delivers precise analysis of solar panel positioning and orientation, tailored to the unique context of each property development. We recognise that the strategic placement and selection of solar technology can significantly influence energy output, financial performance, and overall sustainability.