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Why Daylight & Sunlight Design Can Make or Break Planning Approval
Natural light is one of the most valuable elements in the built environment. It shapes how we experience spaces, supports health and wellbeing, and plays a vital role in sustainable design.
MEC Ranked Among Top 150 UK Consultants for 2025, Moving up Six Places
We are delighted to share that MEC has once again been recognised as one of the Top 150 Consultants in the UK by Building Magazine, and this year, we’ve moved up the list by six places.
Planning Practice Guidance Update: A More Balanced Approach to the Sequential Test
The Planning Practice Guidance (PPG) has been updated with immediate effect, introducing important changes to the way Paragraph 175 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is applied when assessing flood risk through the Sequential Test.
Why Sensitive Lighting Design Matters for Grey Belt Housing – Our latest article in the PHPD Magazine
Associate Environmental Consultant Nathan Allen shares why early, sensitive external lighting design is key to protecting wildlife and securing planning approvals for grey belt developments.
Planning Practice Guidance Update: A More Balanced Approach to the Sequential Test
The Planning Practice Guidance (PPG) has been updated with immediate effect, introducing important changes to the way Paragraph 175 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is applied when assessing flood risk through the Sequential Test.
Why Sensitive Lighting Design Matters for Grey Belt Housing – Our latest article in the PHPD Magazine
Associate Environmental Consultant Nathan Allen shares why early, sensitive external lighting design is key to protecting wildlife and securing planning approvals for grey belt developments.
MEC contributes to Housebuilder magazine on complex connections and the Future Homes Standard
MEC’s Utilities Team feature in Housebuilder magazine, sharing insights on complex connections and how the Future Homes Standard will reshape utilities for new developments.
MEC Announces Two Promotions in Flood Risk and Drainage Team
MEC’s Flood Risk and Drainage team celebrates two promotions, recognising leadership, technical expertise, and continued success in delivering projects nationwide.
Nathan Bill Named Finalist in National Property Awards 2025
Two planning approvals for our client Terra over recent weeks has seen 66 new homes move forward in Worcestershire, both supported by our technical expertise.
Our Associate, Chris Wall, has been featured in the latest issue of Housebuilder & Property Developer magazine!
Chris shares expert insight into the essential role ground investigation plays in reducing risk, informing site design, and helping to unlock development potential.
