Pre-purchase advice:

Before purchasing a site, GCA can assess the risks and opportunities, including the need for Section Approvals. Where these are required, we can provide early advice on the potential challenges associated with a site.

Obtaining section approvals

Section 106 (S106) agreements are required for drainage connections into existing networks.

Section 278 (S278) agreements allows developers to make permanent alterations or improvements to a public highway, as part of a planning approval.

A Section 104 (S104) application allows for the adoption of a development's drainage by the local sewerage authority.

Section approvals can take significant time, and extensive liaison with Local Authorities to obtain, and GCA are experienced in the negotiations and discussions required to obtain such approvals. We aim to minimise the cost and risk involved in obtaining Section approvals, by ensuring early engagement with the Local Authority wherever possible.

We are always happy to discuss a new site informally, prior to developing a scope of works to meet the individual needs of developers and landowners.