Service: Monitoring Surveying
Project Type: Conversion and new-build
Location: Dinnington, Somerset
Development Costs: £980,000
Status: Completed

Conversion and redevelopment of farm buildings to create 5 residential dwellings.

Our Role            

• Undertook independent site monitoring for the funder through regular visits to review works completed, progress, and key risks.
• Assessed drawdown requests against the cost plan and progress on site to support fair, informed release of funds.
• Produced structured interim reports throughout, highlighting material issues, implications for completion, and any actions required.
• Reviewed compliance alignment and reported a material issue, advising on implications and next steps.

Key Considerations

• Proximity to Listed Buildings and heritage assets, affecting methods and sequencing.
• Specialist repairs and material compatibility impacting cost and programme.
• Ensuring that any changes required on site remained consistent with planning conditions and approved documentation.

Outcome

• The funder’s interests were protected through independent monitoring and clear reporting on progress, cost and key risks throughout.
• Planning compliance was managed as a live issue, reducing avoidable exposure for the funder.

Insight

Working with stone and retained fabric is rarely straightforward — realistic allowances for specialist methods and workmanship prevent avoidable pressure later on in the programme.

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We would be pleased to help structure and deliver your development with confidence, care and the experienced guidance your project requires.