How Century Associates Daylight, Sunlight and Rights of Light Consultants Can Support Your Development Projects in 2026
As we look ahead to the rest of 2026 and beyond, we’re reintroducing Century Associates and explain how our specialist expertise can support developers, architects, planning consultants, property owners and investors throughout the development process.
We are a firm of Chartered Surveyors specialising in Daylight, Sunlight and Rights of Light consultancy. As an RICS-regulated practice, we combine technical expertise with a collaborative, client-focused approach, ensuring that every project benefits from professional advice delivered to the highest industry standards.
Specialist Daylight, Sunlight and Rights of Light Services
Understanding daylight, sunlight and rights of light constraints at the earliest stage of a project can help minimise risk, improve design outcomes and support successful planning applications.
Our services include:
Initial Development Appraisals
We provide early-stage assessments to identify potential daylight, sunlight and rights of light constraints before significant design costs are incurred. This allows project teams to make informed decisions from the outset.
Portfolio Reviews
For developers and property investors managing multiple assets, we undertake portfolio-wide reviews to identify opportunities, risks and strategic considerations relating to daylight, sunlight and rights of light.
3D Site and Context Modelling
Accurate 3D modelling of development sites and their surrounding environment forms the foundation of robust technical analysis. Our detailed models help inform design decisions and assessment outcomes.
Development Design Support
We work closely with architects and design teams to optimise schemes, balancing development potential with planning and rights of light considerations.
Daylight, Sunlight and Rights of Light Assessments
Our comprehensive assessments and technical reports are prepared in accordance with recognised industry guidance, supporting planning applications, design reviews and development strategies.
BREEAM and Building Performance Assessments
We assist clients with sustainability objectives through BREEAM-related assessments and other building performance evaluations that consider daylight provision and occupant wellbeing.
Rights of Light Strategy and Risk Management
From initial feasibility through to project delivery, we develop practical rights of light strategies designed to manage risk and support successful development outcomes.
In-House Consultancy Support
We provide ongoing consultancy services for organisations seeking specialist daylight, sunlight and rights of light expertise without maintaining a dedicated in-house team.
Adjoining Owner Representation
We act for neighbouring property owners whose rights of light may be affected by proposed developments, providing clear, independent advice and representation throughout the process.
Why Work with a Specialist Chartered Surveying Practice?
As a smaller consultancy, we offer a highly personal and responsive service. Clients benefit from direct access to experienced surveyors, tailored advice and a collaborative approach that prioritises practical solutions.
Whether you are at the feasibility stage of a new development, preparing a planning application, or managing rights of light risks on a complex scheme, our team can help you navigate the challenges with confidence.
Speak to Our Daylight, Sunlight and Rights of Light Experts
If you are planning a development project in 2026 and need advice on daylight, sunlight or rights of light matters, we'd be delighted to discuss your requirements.
Contact Century Associates today for an initial conversation about how our specialist Chartered Surveyors can support your project.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at enquiries@century-associates.co.uk, or on 07554 939 187, for advice.