Independent Right to Light assessments to support planning, design development, and legal risk management
MES Building Solutions provides robust, independent assessments of Common Law Right to Light impacts for developments across the UK. Our advice supports planning applications, feasibility studies, and scheme optimisation, helping project teams understand and manage daylight and sunlight constraints at all stages of design.
We deliver Common Law Right to Light assessments grounded in established legal principles and recognised methodologies, including the Waldram method, to identify potential benefiting properties and quantify likely impacts arising from proposed development. Analysis considers historic light access, existing and proposed site conditions, and likely reductions in light to neighbouring windows, supporting informed decision-making on scheme design, risk exposure, and mitigation strategy.
With specialist Right to Light expertise, we help developers, landowners, and design teams identify potential constraints early and progress schemes with greater confidence. Our assessments are clearly reported, suitable for submission to planning authorities, professional review, and legal advisors.
Right to Light Expertise
Specialist assessments grounded in established common law principles
Development-Led Advice
Clear, practical guidance aligned with design and planning strategy
Robust Technical Analysis
Reliable assessments using recognised Right to Light methodologies
Planning & Legal Ready
Reports suitable for planning submissions and professional review
When a Right to Light Assessment is Needed
Right to Light is an easement in English Common Law that provides legal protection to a building owner or long-term occupier to retain an adequate level of natural daylight.
Even where a development achieves planning permission, it may still be vulnerable to legal challenge if it results in an actionable loss of light to neighbouring buildings.
Our Right to Light Assessment Process
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Initial Review
Early screening to identify potential Right to Light risk
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Technical Analysis
Analysis of existing and proposed light conditions
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Reporting & Advice
Clear findings with proportionate mitigation guidance
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Ongoing Project Support
Continued advice as designs or planning progress
What Our Assessments Cover
Our Common Law Right to Light services include:
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