The proposed development comprises of 111 residential units over two blocks in Portslade, Brighton.
On behalf of our client, PMC Construction, SRE’s building physics specialists carried out SAP calculations to ensure compliance with Building Regulations Part L1.
Condensation Risk Analysis was provided to address condensation risk associated with external walls, balcony thresholds and typical window/door jambs. Overheating Analysis was also completed in which our specialists assessed thermal comfort measures ensuring thermal conditions within the buildings and associated rooms met the standards set out in CIBSE TM59 and TM52.
Biodiversity within the site was address with the recommendation of a ‘green corridor’ of elm trees, hedges, seasonal and native plants lining the site continuing into the landscaped courtyards.