How Right to Light Surveys Save Time and Money

Lawsuits can be an enormous hassle when it comes to property development. They put off projects and consume time and energy both financially and emotionally. The “Right to Light” is an area developers usually forget about, but it can become a real legal problem. This is an often overlooked problem, so it is important to catch it early on in your project.

What is the Right to Light?

The Right to Light is a legal right enshrined in the laws that ensures property owners have access to a certain proportion of daylight through the windows. Whenever any construction or development blocks the light coming into these homes, the owners can sue the developers. This could result in court battles, delays in construction, or even damages. If you fail to solve the Right to Light at the beginning, it will be expensive, time-consuming, and a headache for your project. But if you do something before this happens, with a Right to Light Survey, these problems can be avoided.

Why are Right to Light Surveys Important?

A Right to Light Survey is a key property development monitoring tool. The survey carried out will allow you to determine the effect that your new development will have on the natural light coming into the adjacent homes. We use sophisticated tools and software to plot the light trails and how your project’s design changes can affect the access to light in the adjacent properties.

If you order a Right to Light Survey early in construction, problems can be discovered and fixed before they begin. So you can either fix the design or do whatever you can to prevent any dangers from coming up, like talk to neighbors or consult a lawyer. Our questionnaires empower you to make decisions knowing that you’ve identified light-related legal concerns early in the process.

What to Consider Before Taking a Right to Light Survey

Without a Right to Light Survey, there can be costly issues. Suppose you’ve just built a new extension, and then your neighbor objects, claiming that their house is no longer exposed to the sunlight. This could end construction and require you to modify your designs or pay damages. These modifications can add up quickly, not to mention legal fees and time.

Also, suppose you have the Right to Light disputes that remain unaddressed. In that case, you may be in a perpetual feud with your neighbors or the local council, harming your image and future development opportunities. You can avoid all of these risks by preventing them early on with a Right to Light Survey and have your project flow smoothly from beginning to end.

How Blackacre Surveyors Can Help

At Blackacre Surveyors, we specialize in carrying out detailed Right to Light Surveys so that property owners know exactly what their development might look like for the neighbors. We apply innovative technologies and industry expertise to review your project and deliver quick, tangible results. We negotiate with you in a very hands-on manner, to get all the issues early on, so you can take decisions responsibly without having to fight expensive matters later.

So whether you’re developing a small project or a large construction project, a Right to Light Survey is necessary for completing your project. Our surveys will also help you rest assured that your project meets all the laws of the Right to Light.

The Advantages of a Right to Light Survey

Avoid Legal Claims & Disputes

If you notice light obstruction problems early, you can avoid expensive litigation and disputes.

Time and Cost Savings

By having useful, measurable feedback, you can implement design changes before construction begins and save yourself time and money.

Secure Your Name

Dealing with right of light issues at an early stage keeps the relationship with your neighbors and local council smooth.

Keep it Legal

With a Right to Light Survey, you can stay legal with the local laws and avoid roadblocks during construction.

Contact Blackacre Surveyors Today

Don’t wait until the last minute – save your project from delays and lawsuits with a Right to Light Survey from Blackacre Surveyors. Our experienced team can give you the clarity and direction to get your feet on the ground.

Call 0203 476 9561, email info@blackacresurveyors.com, or visit blackacresurveyors.com for more information on our Right to Light Surveys for your project. Contact us today!