Through effective strategy and design, we specialise in clearly demonstrating how a development can be provided with a functional exterior lighting installation which is fully compliant with industry-standard guidance for all forms of obtrusive light (light pollution). We do this with detailed lighting modelling as part of a Lighting Impact Assessment. From a design model we will generate lux plots, run compliance checks, and (quantifiably) conclude that obtrusive light will not be an issue at your development.

We thrive on sensitive projects, including ecologically, and particularly when sensitive bat species are present. We regularly collaborate with qualified ecologists to establish sensitive receptors, agree maximum acceptable light levels, and we’ll follow an iterative design process until the ecologist is satisfied.

By following the above approach, we are able to remove any possibility of a legitimate refusal of planning on the grounds of exterior lighting.

Through Lighting Impact Assessments Dan has helped a wealth of clients secure planning approval, including the UK’s “Big Four” supermarkets, international fast-food chains, national housebuilders, and the world’s largest online retailer.