Case Studies
Curo Group
This was a long-term contract spanning three years predominantly covering the South West with a focus on key areas such as Bristol and Bath. We undertook a multitude of Commercial EPCs within this often at short notice to facilitate the requirements of the group. Multiple apartment blocks required a MEES assessment to bring the EPC ratings up to a C standard.
St Austell Brewery Group
This was a large project undertaken with the view to survey roughly 130 pubs within the group. A team of multiple assessors headed by our director Sam Guest undertook multiple site visits per day to survey the portfolio in good time. Each pub was contacted by the brewery group and ourselves with a route planned for each assessor for maximum efficiency. Any property that was found to be below an E rating had a MEES report alongside the EPC.
Camden Market
The vast majority of the units within Camden were selected for EPCs with many not having current EPCs. This was undertaken in two parts the first being a team of Assessors on-site collecting the data on each unit this was done over a month within the normal operating hours of the market. The second part of the task was modelling and then lodging the roughly 320 EPCs. MEES were provided for any units that fell below the minimum threshold of an E.
Outcomes First Group
A group of 79 sites were selected to have EPCs done on all buildings on each site. The sensitive nature of the sites dictated that one DBS-checked assessor undertook the entirety of the project with sites spread all over the UK. This was done on schedule and with a degree of flexibility due to the lack of site-specific information our team had to think on their feet to make this a success. Any site falling below the minimum standard has a MEES report produced also.
Carnon Downs Garden Centre
Carnon Downs came to us initially for an SBEM upon review of their planning conditions the requirement for an energy statement was identified to the rigorous standards of the Cornwall Council SEC1 policy document and DPD plan. We have an extensive knowledge of these regulations and produced the initial report in good time.
Carnon Downs then returned their customer this time for a BREEAM Excellent assessment we worked closely with the architect and their team guiding them through a process that before us was completely new to them.
Turnbull homes
Focus 360 Energy was approached by TurnBull Homes in need of many SAPs in a very short turnaround time. A scenario we are well versed in our team of assessors turned this round in 5 working days using effective communication and our bespoke CRM system to keep our customer informed through the whole process and gather any further info required.
Mayfair Homes
We have worked with Mayfair Homes on several different projects across a multitude of services within the sector quickly becoming their go-to in terms of compliance. This is a testament to our unparalleled communication and unwavering commitment to our customers. Whilst building control has put roadblocks in their way our account manager is always on hand to pick up any loose ends and facilitate an efficient conclusion.
Happi-Nest
Happi-nest first came to us in 2022 for SAP calculations and energy statements and has been continuing that relationship ever since. As is our aim with all of our regular client base. Happi-nest knows that we understand what is expected from us and that we provide an unparalleled level of customer service on time at a competitive price.
Consortia property
Focus 360 Energy was instructed by Consortia Property and Studio Tivoli to produce the SAPs for development at Lockside Wharf.
Lockside Wharf (5 Scotland Street) is a bespoke canal-side development of 61 high-end one to three-bedroom apartments and duplexes, blending old-world with new (17 one, 39 two, 5 three-bed)Already sold out, Lockside Wharf involves the preservation, refurbishment, and extension of ‘Scotland Works’, a significant Victorian workshop dating back to 1889, into 16 new homes providing a reclaimed aesthetic.
Maximising the site’s footprint, a new build six-story will be built on the former car park site, offering an additional 45 contemporary living spaces and balconies. 45 cycles, 12 cars & 2 EV spaces are to be provided. We were instructed to produce the SAP reports in line with the SLAs of the development in stages.
Mike Barlow
We were instructed to undertake an Energy statement on 8 holiday lets at Portpean House in St. Austell. Leaning on our experience of the Cornwall council regulations we Identified that the initial inquiry of a SAP report was going to need to be supplemented with an energy statement to appease planning. This was coupled with the compulsory energy summary tool. With this particular project, we initially raised the need for some solar PV but awaited feedback from the council to weigh up the cost of maximizing solar PV versus the energy offset payment. Due to the cost of the offset payment additional solar PV was modelled to ensure the best use of our customer’s budget.
Harvey Nichols
Through KB Wilde Focus 360 Energy has assisted with the production of CEPCs and multiple TM44s across the entire Harvey Nichols portfolio throughout the UK. This was undertaken often out of hours to minimise disruption to the stores and restaurants. Each site was uniquely challenging but through collaboration with KB Wilde, the project was surveyed on time and within budget.