THE BRIEF

Client and location: St Helier Court, The Park, Nottingham

Sector: Residential

Services provided: Building Consultancy: Design & Project Management, Property & Asset Management: Asset Management

Challenge: Innes England’s Building Consultancy and Property & Asset Management teams collaborated to support the management of St Helier Court, a residential property within Nottingham’s prestigious Park Conservation Area. The project focused on obtaining planning permission for the replacement of timber windows with uPVC, balancing modernisation with the strict requirements of a conservation area.

The Solution

The project required collaboration between our Building Consultancy and Property & Asset Management teams to address conservation area challenges:

• Planning expertise: We prepared and submitted a detailed planning application, addressing conservation concerns while ensuring the proposed changes met modern energy efficiency standards.
• Stakeholder collaboration: We engaged with the local authority to advocate for the project’s benefits. We addressed the challenges and secured the necessary approvals.
• Tendering process: Following planning approval, the project was tendered to identify the most suitable contractors for the window replacement works which is still under review. We remain committed to engaging with tenants to ensure they are kept informed about any approved works.

The Results

• Our proactive management approach ensures St Helier Court remains a well-maintained and desirable residential rental asset, with a focus on careful planning, clear communication and long-term value for all stakeholders.