Independent review of an applicant/developer's viability assessment

Shropshire Council currently lacks the resources to assess viability appraisals submitted by an applicant and developer and is therefore seeking a suitably experienced and qualified 'service provider' to undertake independent reviews of submitted appraisals. There are challenges from developers regarding the ability of the scheme to satisfy policy requirements, particularly regarding affordable housing. Challenges based on scheme viability can occur at one of several stages in the development process: - 1. Pre-development - during planning application consideration 2. Post determination - Reserved Matters and Full application stage 3. Post completion - particularly in respect of develop…

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