The first phase of this prestigious scheme which will relocate the BBC to Salford Quays. Media City is a colossal commercial undertaking involving a self-contained media community on a 200-acre development.
One of the biggest regeneration projects in Europe, it will house global media organisations and technology companies alongside shops, hotels apartments and other public amenities.
Capita Symonds is currently providing Building Control Services on the first phase of this prestigious development. We were selected following extensive involvement with previous Peel Holdings projects together with our experience with numerous complex and innovative developments. Initial guidance was provided to the design team - ongoing support and assessment has been provided as the detailed design evolves.
This is a unique development, the core facility - an internationally recognised studio complex includes both office and hotel accommodation within integral tower buildings. Phase 1 also includes apartment towers together with speculative office accommodation Education / training facilities and commercial outlets form an integral part of the scheme.
Mixed use developments on this scale are unique, bringing challenges to Building Control, non more so than the development of an effective fire strategy.
The Fire Engineering issues associated with this development have been challenging, the Building Control Team have developed a reputation for providing a practical and common senesce approach to Building Standards. Providing financial certainty relating to design standards has been given high priority. The engineering of solutions that meet both performance standards and client needs is obviously a fundamental part of “the job”.
Specialist site surveyors provide ongoing site support within the construction team, leading to completion and final certification.
Full compliance with Part L was imperative and innovative energy sources has help ensure that the development fully addresses the sustainability agenda.
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