Energy
Statements
Planning-ready — from £350.
Planning-ready Energy Statements for London Plan and nationwide developments. 35% carbon modelling, renewable system appraisal, local-authority liaison — all integrated with SAP, water and overheating.
- Elmhurst-registered SAP/SBEM basis
- Local-authority liaison included
- Unlimited revisions
£350
Statements From
35%
London Plan Target
5–10 Days
Typical Turnaround
Unlimited
Policy Revisions
What is an Energy Statement?
An Energy Statement is a planning document that outlines how a new development will meet the energy efficiency and carbon reduction standards set by the local planning authority. It covers building materials, fabric specification, heating and cooling systems, air tightness, and any renewable energy installations.
For developments in London Plan boroughs, the Energy Statement must typically demonstrate a 35% reduction in carbon emissions compared with the Part L baseline. Outside London, many local authorities set their own carbon or sustainability targets — especially for greenbelt, rural and strict-planning areas.
Who needs one?
Typically any development of 10+ dwellings, most non-residential schemes over 1,000m², and any project in a borough where the local plan requires it. Greenbelt developments, net-zero-branded projects and Passivhaus schemes are also common cases — if in doubt, tell us the site address and we will confirm free of charge.
How does it fit with SAP, Water and Overheating?
The Energy Statement pulls together the underlying compliance documents — SAP or SBEM calculations for carbon, water efficiency calculations for Part G, and Part O overheating where applicable — and explains the numbers in planning-policy language for the planning officer. One provider for all four keeps the documents consistent.
Planning scenarios we cover.
From London Plan boroughs to greenbelt sites, large residential schemes to mixed-use developments — we have delivered Energy Statements into every kind of planning authority.
London Plan Boroughs
All 33 London boroughs require an Energy Statement for significant developments, with a 35% carbon reduction beyond Part L. Each borough has its own overlay policies — we know them.
- 35% carbon reduction demonstrated
- Borough-specific overlay policies applied
- From £350 + VAT
Greenbelt Developments
Greenbelt and rural developments face particularly strict sustainability conditions. Expect a strong fabric-first narrative, renewable energy justification and often biodiversity net gain alignment.
- Fabric-first narrative
- Renewable energy justification
Strict-Planning Authorities
Oxford, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester and many other authorities ask for Energy Statements on significant developments. Each has its own carbon reduction target and preferred methodology.
- Authority-specific carbon targets handled
- Net-zero and future-homes alignment
Large Residential & Mixed Use
10+ dwelling residential schemes and most significant mixed-use developments trigger an Energy Statement as a matter of course. Often bundled with a Sustainability Statement and Transport Statement.
- Residential & mixed-use covered
- Integrates with Sustainability Statement
Land a clean planning application.
Planning-ready narrative, modelled renewable options, local-authority liaison and unlimited policy revisions — so your application lands clean and your determination is uneventful.
Clear value up front
Advice, unlimited revisions and RFI responses included. No hidden or extra fees if the policy or planning officer's view changes mid-application.
Elmhurst-Registered Basis
Every Energy Statement is built on Elmhurst-registered SAP or SBEM calculations. Carbon numbers Building Control and planning officers trust.
Full Sustainable Materials Appraisal
Covers fabric U-values, thermal bridging, air tightness strategy, and low-embodied-carbon material choices — the policy levers most authorities look at first.
Renewable Systems Costed
Solar PV, heat pumps, heat networks, MVHR — we model the options, compare the carbon reduction each delivers, and recommend what is realistic for your site and budget.
Local-Authority Liaison
We talk to planning and sustainability officers before you submit and respond to any RFIs after submission. Fewer surprises, faster determination.
Unlimited Policy Revisions
Planning policy changes mid-application? Committee asks for a different compliance route? We revise the statement at no extra charge until your permission is in hand.
Integrated with SAP + Water + Overheating
One provider handling Energy Statement, SAP/SBEM, water efficiency and Part O overheating — no inconsistencies between documents, no crossed wires.
What a good Energy Statement covers.
Six building blocks sit inside every Energy Statement we produce. The specific policy wording and weighting flexes to match the authority — but these are always there.
Sustainable materials outline
Fabric build-ups, U-values, embodied carbon considerations, and recycled or low-impact material choices — the starting point of every statement.
Renewable energy options
Solar PV, ASHP, GSHP, heat networks, biomass — each modelled for carbon reduction potential, cost and suitability for the specific site.
Carbon emission reductions
Full modelling of Dwelling or Building Emissions Rate against the policy target — typically 35% below Part L baseline for London Plan boroughs.
Heat loss strategy
Fabric-first approach to reducing demand before adding renewables. Air tightness, continuous insulation, minimal thermal bridging — all quantified in the statement.
Solar gain strategy
Managing summer solar gain through glazing specification, overhangs and orientation — particularly important for overheating-sensitive developments.
Policy compliance sign-off
A clear narrative addressed to the planning officer, referencing the specific local plan policies and confirming how each is met.
Three steps from plans to permission.
From first call to planning-ready document. Predictable, fast, and with RFI support after submission if needed.
Send Us The Brief
Planning authority, site address, unit numbers, indicative spec. We confirm the correct policy framework, quote a fixed price, and agree a planning-submission deadline.
We Model & Write
Full SAP/SBEM carbon modelling, renewable options appraisal, fabric-first narrative, and the full planning-ready Energy Statement — typically 5–10 working days.
Submit & Support
You submit the statement with your planning application. We respond to any RFIs, pre-determination questions or committee-stage concerns at no extra charge until your permission is in hand.
Transparent guide pricing.
Send us the brief for an exact fixed-price quote — including SAP/SBEM, water efficiency and overheating if needed, all under one planning-ready narrative.
Starting price for small-to-medium residential schemes. Larger mixed-use, net-zero or combined Energy + Sustainability Statements are quoted individually.
- SAP/SBEM carbon modelling included
- Renewable energy options evaluation
- Local-authority liaison & RFI responses
- Unlimited policy revisions
*This is a guide price. Actual prices vary with scheme size, authority-specific requirements and whether additional statements are bundled. Contact us for an accurate quote.
Get your Energy Statement quote
Takes 60 seconds. No obligation. Working to a planning deadline? Tell us — we'll prioritise your project.
Energy Statement questions.
Everything you need to know about Energy Statements — when you need one, what they cover, and how to avoid planning-officer back-and-forth.
Still Got a Question? Ask Us What is an Energy Statement?
An Energy Statement is a planning document that describes how a development will meet the energy efficiency and carbon reduction standards set by the local planning authority. It covers building fabric, heating systems, renewable energy, air tightness and overall carbon modelling — everything needed to demonstrate compliance with the relevant planning policies.
When do I need an Energy Statement?
Most commonly for developments in London Plan boroughs, where a 35% reduction in carbon emissions (beyond Part L baseline) is typically required. Many local authorities outside London also ask for one — particularly for greenbelt developments, large residential sites and projects in areas with strict sustainability policies.
How much does an Energy Statement cost?
Energy Statements start from £350 + VAT. Pricing depends on the number of dwellings or floor area, the specific policy requirements (35% London Plan, Net Zero, site-specific targets) and whether water, overheating or embodied carbon assessments are bundled in.
How long does it take to produce?
A typical residential Energy Statement is delivered in 5–10 working days once we have complete plans and the draft specification. Larger or more complex mixed-use projects take longer, especially where multiple compliance routes need comparing. Tell us your planning deadline and we will prioritise the project.
What does the statement include?
A sustainable materials and fabric appraisal, renewable energy options evaluation (solar PV, heat pumps, heat networks), carbon emission modelling, a Be Lean / Be Clean / Be Green hierarchy where applicable, and a sign-off narrative addressed to the planning authority.
Do I need a SAP at the same time?
Most Energy Statements use SAP or SBEM outputs as the underlying carbon calculation. We usually produce both together — the SAP feeds the statement, and the statement explains the SAP results in policy terms for planners.
What's the difference between an Energy Statement and a Sustainability Statement?
An Energy Statement focuses specifically on energy efficiency and carbon. A Sustainability Statement is broader — covering water, materials, biodiversity, transport, and construction impacts too. Some boroughs ask for one, some the other, some both. We cover both formats.
Can you liaise with the local authority directly?
Yes. We liaise with planning officers and sustainability officers to confirm exactly what they expect, and we respond to any RFI or condition questions that come up after submission. Our experience and expertise means fewer surprises at committee stage.
What if the policy changes mid-project?
We track local planning policy updates (particularly London Plan revisions) and revise the statement at no extra charge if a policy changes while your application is in flight. Unlimited revisions are part of the quoted price.
Do you cover outside of London?
Yes. Energy Statements are needed across the UK — local authorities in the South East, Oxford, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester and many others request them on significant developments. We deliver nationwide.