Feasibility & Development Advice
Clear, Early Insight Before You Commit
Feasibility advice is about understanding what is achievable, what is viable, and what risks exist before significant time or money is committed.
At James Scott Associates, we provide clear, independent feasibility and development advice to help clients make informed decisions at the earliest stage of a project. Our advice combines technical, planning, cost and risk awareness to support confident go / no-go decisions.
What Is a Feasibility Study?
A feasibility study provides an early assessment of a site, building or proposal to determine whether development or alteration is realistic, compliant and commercially sensible.
Feasibility advice typically considers:
- Physical and technical constraints
- Planning policy and risk
- Buildability and construction complexity
- Cost implications and budget alignment
- Programme and delivery considerations
The outcome is clarity — before design is fixed or costs escalate.
When Is Feasibility Advice Useful?
Feasibility advice is particularly valuable where:
- Considering the purchase of a site or building
- Exploring development or conversion potential
- Assessing options for extension or redevelopment
- Reviewing viability before planning submission
- Comparing alternative development strategies
- Seeking early professional reassurance
Early advice often saves significant time and cost later.
Our Feasibility Services
Our feasibility advice may include:
- Initial site or property appraisal
- Review of existing buildings and constraints
- High-level planning and policy assessment
- Commentary on massing, scale and layout options
- Buildability and technical risk identification
- Initial cost and viability commentary, where appropriate
- Advice on procurement and delivery strategy
Our advice is proportionate, practical and tailored to the project.
Integrated Feasibility Approach
Our feasibility services are underpinned by integrated professional expertise, including:
- Building surveying and construction knowledge
- Architectural and design input
- Planning consultancy awareness
- Cost management and procurement advice
- Project and risk management experience
This allows us to assess proposals holistically rather than in isolation.
