Sustainable Development and Delivery (SDD)

Housing Strategy

SPRU takes a rigorous analytical approach to the Objectively Assessed Need for housing and to land supply assessment, often involving a forensic examination of the actual availability of sites as well as a review of the need on which the assessment is based. Robust demonstration of need and any shortfall in supply can often be the critical determinant in the success of an application or appeal. SPRU has extensive experience in influencing the outcome of local plan examinations and appeals throughout the UK.

Economic Assessment Modelling

SPRU can build a comprehensive analysis of the economic impacts and benefits of any given development and present this in both a comprehensive statement capable of rigorous examination and as an easily accessible summary. As such it can be a powerful tool to support a range of development promotion activities as economic benefits are a material planning consideration.

Sequential Testing and Cumulative Impacts

Sequential testing can often be an essential prerequisite in demonstrating the suitability of a proposed development and is particularly used in relation to retail proposals or where flood risk may arise. In applying a sequential approach SPRU will assess sites for their availability, suitability and viability and for their ability to meet the full extent of assessed quantitative and qualitative needs.