CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY - SPECIALISING IN THE ENVIRONMENT
Providing value to clients and the environment
We proactively search for the best solution for both our clients and the environment, ensuring that all regulatory standards are complied with.
Whether this be by guaranteeing onsite nutrient neutrality or the lowest technically achievable nutrient budget onsite. Or by overcoming complicated flood risk and drainage issues. We put a great deal of thought into every strategy that we produce, going above and beyond for the people who instruct us.
Proud Members of
Working with
leading developers across the UK
From national housebuilders to regional architects, our clients trust us to navigate complex environmental requirements and deliver approvals that keep projects on schedule. We've supported over 200 organisations across 71 local planning authorities.
WHAT WE DO
Solutions for every stage of development
From nutrient neutrality to flood risk, we provide the environmental assessments and strategies that keep your projects moving forward.
01
Nutrient Assessments
Over 750 nutrient assessments completed across the UK, achieving a 30% performance advantage through precise design and meticulous attention to detail. We understand Natural England guidance and work to minimise your nutrient budget through good design.
We guarantee either nutrient neutrality onsite or the lowest technically achievable nutrient budget.
KEY CLIENTS
- Housing Developers
- Architects
- Planning Consultants
02
Drainage Strategies
SuDS design that works with your site. We create drainage strategies that satisfy Lead Local Flood Authorities while considering climate change allowances, seasonal groundwater levels, and practical site integration.
We focus on water quality, amenity and biodiversity & deliver value by enhancing the visual and ecological value of the site, increasing house prices and giving back to nature.
KEY CLIENTS
- Housing Developers
- Architects
- Planning Consultants
03
Flood Risk Assessments
Comprehensive flood risk assessments that navigate Sequential and Exception Tests with confidence. We handle Environment Agency engagement and site-specific resilience strategies designed to achieve planning approval on first submission.
We specialise in complicated sites, particularly developments located in Flood Zones 2 and 3, and have a robust understanding of safe access/escape, freeboard and safe refuge.
KEY CLIENTS
- Planning Consultants
- Architects
- Site Promoters
04
Highway Design Services
We provide a complete end-to-end highways engineering design service, supporting projects from initial concept through to technical approval, construction and adoption. Our approach combines practical engineering expertise with full compliance against national standards, local authority requirements and statutory legislative frameworks.
SERVICES OFFERED
- Highway Planning, Concept Design & Feasibility
- Detailed Highway Design (DMRB, MfS & Local Standards)
- Section 38 Agreements (Adoptable Roads)
- Section 278 Agreements (Works on the Existing Highway)
- Section 184 Agreements (Vehicle Crossings / Dropped Kerbs)
- Section 72 Agreements (Drainage Across/Into the Highway)
- Highway Drainage Design (SuDS, Pipe Networks & Attenuation)
- Highway Dilapidation Inspections and Reports
- Technical Approval & Statutory Liaison
- Construction Support & On-Site Assurance
Nutrient Credits & Septic Tank Upgrades
Creating value through environmental solutions - In partnership with National Rivers Consortium
Buy Nutrient Credits
Immediate access to phosphate and nitrate credits across multiple catchments. Competitive pricing with transparent, straightforward transactions to keep your development moving forward.
- Instant availability checks
- Competitive market rates
- Full compliance documentation
- Support through the entire process
Septic Tank Upgrades
Complete septic tank upgrade solutions generating nutrient credits while improving water quality. Turn environmental obligations into opportunities with our comprehensive upgrade programs.
- Full system assessments
- Upgrade design & installation
- Credit generation schemes
- Ongoing maintenance support
Adding value to every project: We don't just solve compliance issues—we create opportunities. Through our partnership with National Rivers Consortium, we provide cost-effective solutions that benefit both developers and the environment.
ABOUT ENVIREN
Safeguarding
the UK's waterways
We envision a future where we safeguard and enhance the UK's waterways, creating beautiful natural spaces that allow wildlife to flourish and enrich people's lives.
Environmental benefit through precise design
Enviren provides significant environmental benefit through precise design and meticulous attention to detail. We actively track current guidance and implement procedures to ensure maximum benefit to our clients and the wider water network.
As one of the UK's leading consultants on nutrient neutrality, we've consulted on Natural England catchment boundaries, strategic mitigation schemes, and have achieved significant credit reductions through good design and best practice implementation.
Expert Guidance
Consulted on Natural England catchment boundaries and strategic mitigation schemes
Proven Results
30% performance advantage through precise design methodology
750+
Environmental assessments completed across the UK
94%
Approval rate
71
Local planning authorities affected by neutriuent neutrality.
35+
Years combined experience
WHERE WE WORK
Three strategic locations across the UK
Positioned to serve major development areas across the Southwest, East Anglia, and Yorkshire.
Bristol
SOUTHWEST ENGLAND
Based in Bristol's harbourside, we serve the South West from the Avon Gorge to the Somerset Levels. Extensive experience with Bristol City Council and Natural England's Southwest team.
Norwich
EAST AND NORTH EAST
Positioned in the heart of East Anglia with deep understanding of wetlands ecology and agricultural development. Familiar with Norfolk and Suffolk planning authorities.
Grimsby
LINCOLNSHIRE
Serving Lincolnshire with coastal and estuarine expertise. Extensive work with local planning authorities across the region.
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