Ask The Arb Podcast

https://calendly.com/matt-harmsworth/chat-with-matt

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger.

Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey.

By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK.

ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into an all-encompassing survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people.

Matt is the best-selling author of three books, The Planning Application Hack, Giga What? and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#59 Revealed - How BNG could sink your project!

In this episode Matt gives a high level overview on Biodiversity Net Gain and how it will affect your project going forward.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Get a good consultant and engage EARLY in the scheme design
Get pre-app advice from your local Planning Authority
Don't skimp on a topographical survey
Get your application as robust as it can be before submission

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

CIEEM Guidance

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

Chris’s Linkedin > https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-lesflores-87266240/

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger.

Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey.

By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK.

ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into an all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people.

Matt is the best selling author of three books, The Planning Application Hack, Giga What? and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

Book a call: https://calendly.com/matt-harmsworth/chat-with-the-team

#58 Chris Lesflores - Aspect Design on Bankruptcy, Finance and Door Knocking For The Win. ✓

In this episode Matt talks to Chris Lesflores - property developer with Aspect Living.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Pre-app advice may not be worthwhile
Consider the timeline for getting trades to site
Options might expire before consent is in hand
Why door knocking might just accelerate your business growth

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Aspect Living Instagram > https://www.instagram.com/aspectliving/?hl=en

The Planning Application Hack - Best Selling Book > https://form.jotform.com/230231144774348

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

https://calendly.com/matt-harmsworth/discovery-call

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger.

Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey.

By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK.

ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into an all encompassing survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people.

Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story' with a third on the way ‘Giga What?’.

#57 - Bats - Don't Let Them Leave Your Planning Application Hanging 🦇🦇

In this episode Matt talks through ecology surveys to support planning appplications and specifically what happens around bats.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

If you are demolishing a building you need a bat survey
If you are making roof space changes - you need a bat survey
Preliminary bat surveys can be carried out at any time of the year
Bat activity surveys can only be done between May and September

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

The ROAVR Remedy App

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger.

Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey.

By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK.

ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into an all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people.

Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#56 Climbing To New Heights - Tree Houses & Deadly Moths 😵

In this episode Matt talks through the seemingly simple act of building a tree house for your children and how Oak Processionery Moth can scupper your plans.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Live in the SE or London? Get your oak trees checked for OPM
Get a tree survey done early days when planning a tree house
Use a reputable tree house company
Get your application as robust as it can be before submission

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Find Out About OPM

https://calendly.com/matt-harmsworth/chat-with-matt-harmsworth

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger.

Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey.

By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK.

ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people.

Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#55 Laura Elizabeth - Bringing order to chaos with Client Portal. 🤯 🙌🏻

In this episode, one of our tech tools breakouts, Matt talks to Laura Elizabeth, founder of Client Portal. This episode is for you if you have ever struggled with managing client projects, your data is a disaster and your inbox is fit to explode. We follows Laura's journey to date and take a look at just what it means to be a non-tech founder.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Some times the accidental products are the best
Product based businesses can give you back your time
Why you should consider getting up at 5am
Whats next for Client Portal

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Client Portal Website

Laura's Twitter

The Non Tech Founders Podcast

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Providing Us With Your Plans

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#54 Plans - The Bullet To The Back of The Head

In this episode, which is a microcast, Matt talks about plans and why (as arborists) we need them to carry out an accurate tree report.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

8 Year Olds are full of sarcasm
Dad is not always right
Get a proposer geo referenced block plan
Get your application as robust as it can be before submission

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#53 Gonzalo Marquesini - CEO of Renkap - Simplifying Site Surveys 😃🎙

In this episode Matt has a chat with the CEO and Founder of site survey platform Renkap Gonzalo Marquesini.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Hundreds of hours are wasted within projects procuring and validating site investigation and site surveys
Struggling to get on the property ladder in London - a boat maybe the answer!
Why consolidating your site surveys into one platform could be the smart move

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Gonzalo's Linkedin

Renkap

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

Tree Protection Fencing - what is it?

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#52 The Arboricultural Clerk of Works & What You Need To Know To Avoid Prosecution ❌

In this episode Matt talks through where most people stumble - when it comes to post planning award.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

If you have a planning condition for an ACoW - you MUST commision one
Get the ACoW involved early before site works start to prevent heartache
Don't skimp on tree protection measures

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#51 What Are Drones & Why Do We Use Them?

In this episode Matt talks through drones. What are they? Where can you fly them? Who can fly them?

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

A drone is just a tool
Buy the right tool for the job
Who regulates drone flights
Where to go for training

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Global Drone Training

The CAA Flyer ID Process

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#50 Don't Make This Bone Mistake - Get Your Surveys Done Early.

In this episode Matt talks through where most people in your position tend to fail in their planning aspirations. By not addressing survey requirements early enough.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Which surveys you should commision early
Why surveys should be commissioned early on
The pitfalls around not submitting the right information
Get your application as robust as it can be before submission

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

ROAVR Remedy App (Apple)

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

GET TO MATT'S DIARY

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#49 Time For A Rant - Clerk of Works.

In this episode Matt talks through the arboricultural clerk of works or ACoW and where people often go wrong.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

What is an ACoW
When should you engage one
Common problems

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

ROAVR Remedy App.

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#48 Time To Dig Deep - Your Consultant Has Your Back

In this episode Matt talks through bat surveys and why trust should be the starting point for any relationship.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

What is a PRA?
When you need a bat survey
Bat survey costs
Bat survey process

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Search The ROAVR Remedy App in the App Store or Play Store today.

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#47 Hijacked! James Pops In & Wrestles The Mic From Matt.

In this episode Matt barely get a word in edgeways... James is back on the Mics.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Don't allow an 8-year old in the podcast studio
How to clean drones
Top Gun Maverick is THE film of the moment

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#46 We Are Back! Why Using Local Is Not Always Best.

In this episode Matt talks through the potential pitfalls of using a small local consultancy.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Choose wisely when it comes to your consultancy
Why bats can scupper your application
How to choose the best school shoes!

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Book A Call With Matt

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

Need help - download the ROAVR Remedy App from the App store today to get lots of helpful advice and support.

#45 Roy Partington - Greenfix - Why You Should Put Your Geoweb Solutions First 👍 🌲

Matt is joined by the legend of British Arboriculture that is Roy Partington from Greenfix.

Greenfix provide a wide range of soil stabilisation and erosion control solutions. However in relation to our listeners they are best known for their porous cellular confinement systems commonly known as geoweb.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Make sure you consider your path and road design early on pre-planning
How geoweb originated from the U.S. Army!
1995 was a key year for the adoption of geoweb in the U.K.

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Greenfix Website

Roy's Linkedin >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/roy-partington-2246ab13/

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#44 EALA Impacts - Jo and Aythan - Sustainability & The Circular Economy.

Matt is joined by Joanne McClelland and Aythan Lewes. Jo is a an accredited conservation architect and president of the EAA. She is the founder of EALA Impacts, a not for profit, community interest company, providing property and construction advice that creates lasting impact.

Aythan is a chartered building surveyor and project manager tasked with bringing Jo's vision to life. Together they make a formidable and driven team.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Make sure you get a pre-demolition survey early on
Considering carbon is not just a planning consideration - it is your moral obligation
Top quality consultancy can save you money when considered early in the design process

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

EALA website

Jo's Linkedin >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-mcclelland/

Aythan's Linkedin >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/aythanlewes/

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

Ask The Engineer Facebook Page

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#43 Chris Penman - Stark Consulting Engineers 🦾

In this episode Matt talks to consulting structural engineer Chris Penman.

Chris is a structural engineer and specialist in the design of curtain walling, building facades and glass structures.

Chris helps 100’s of people just like you make sure their home extensions and alterations are well specified and most importantly safe.

He is the best selling author of ‘Safe As Houses’, owner of the massively successful ‘Ask The Engineer’ Facebook Page and creator of the Foodbank Crypto Currency.

If you don’t know about crypto, and I don’t! - In the initial 8 weeks in circulation, FoodBank Crypto increased their investors' money 28X while managing to raise £50k for food banks.

Currently Chris raises around £30k per month for food banks while continuing to increase their investors' money.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Make sure you get good advice early on
Specialist piled foundations are expensive
Always hire a professional with the correct insurance
Read 'Safe As Houses' before commencing your next project

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Safe As Houses - Taking The Gamble Out Of Your Home Improvement Project

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#42 Procedures & Process - Why The Planning Authority Sometimes Gets It Wrong ❌ 👀

In this episode Matt comes up with a half reasonable analogy on why what you are asked for and what you require maybe two seperate things!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Hotel rooms are not the best for podcast recording
Some background on Connor
Listen to your consultant and design team
You can't change brakes without removing a wheel! 😁

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#41 Ewan MacGregor - Helica (Scotland)

In this episode Matt talks to Ewan MacGregor from Helica. Helica are one of the most experienced project management companies in Scotland. Ewan takes us from his early days studying at the University of West Scotland right through to the present day and what it takes to keep your construction project safe, legal and on track.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Where are the pitfalls you need to avoid as you start your new project
How do the CDM regulations apply to a small project
The best places to cycle in Northern Scotland!

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Helica (Scotland) Limited - http://www.helicapm.com/

Contact Ewan - ewan@helicapm.com

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#40 We Have An Intruder! - James joined Matt for a Half Term chat... 😁

In this episode Matt surprises his Son James who was playing with the studio microphones!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Don't let your kids play with the podcast studio
There is a 'big tree' in Orkney
James is 10078

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

The Big Tree!

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#39 Garden Buildings - What You Need To Know.

In this episode Matt talks through garden buildings and how to avoid sleepwalking into a planning trap.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Height and Permitted Development Rights
Proper preparation provides pain down the road
Consider trees even IF your project does not need planning consent

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

Acorn Analytical Services

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#38 Neil Munro & Ian Stone - Acorn Analytical Services - Asbestos The Hidden Killer. 😳 ❌

In this episode Matt welcomes Neil Munro and Ian Stone from Acorn Analytical Services to the show. Neil and Ian are the 2 x Amazon best selling authors of ‘Asbestos The Dark Arts’ & ‘Fear & Loathing of Health & Safety’.

Industry stalwarts and asbestos experts, Neil and Ian share some tips and hints around your obligations with regard to asbestos on development sites.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Find out about your duty to manage asbestos correctly
Find out what regulation 4 means for your project
How to deal with asbestos on development sites
Where to get competent advice on asbestos
Be aware - guilty until proven innocent

Acorn offers a comprehensive suite of asbestos consultancy services from asbestos air testing and asbestos surveys to removal management, and UKATA accredited training.

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Asbestos Regulations

Ian Stone - Linkedin

Neil Munro - Linkedin

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

The National Tree Safety Group Guidance Document.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#37 The 3 Reasons Trees Fail & What You Can Do To Prevent It. ⏳

In this episode Matt talks through the the 3 main reasons trees fail.

An estimated 800,000 trees fell during Storm Arwen alone.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Don't build close to trees without professional advice
Get your trees inspected every 3-years
Pollarding should be done on a regular cycle
Don't plan to work in the garden during a storm!

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Fungi On Trees.

Storm Arwen Tree Failures.

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#36 Graeme Collard - H&S Services Director - CDMM UK

In this episode Graeme Collard from CDMM UK joins Matt.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Don't walk into your garage door
Don't underestimate your responsibilities
Engineering can lead you in interesting directions
If you are managing your own project, you are the client under CDM regulations

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Graeme's Linkedin

CDMM UK Limited

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#35 Hannah Lloyd - Scottish Land & Estates

In this episode Hannah Lloyd from Scottish Land & Estates joins Matt.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Follow your passion - even if at first it is not clear
The power of a good network should not be underestimated
What Scottish Land & Estates can do for you in 2022
That a good business development manager is worth their weight in gold

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Hannah's Instagram

Scottish Land & Estates

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#34 Why Your Map Matters 🧭👀

In this episode Matt talks through the diffrence between OS map tiles and a topographic survey and touches on precision vs accuracy.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Get a topographical if you can afford one
Avoid submitting hand drawn plans
Ensure all stakeholders are using the same mapping
The differences between relative and absolute accuracy

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

What is an air spade (video link).

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#33 Building In London? - The Top Tip You’ll Need To Know To Avoid Planning Delays. 😔🌲

In this episode Matt talks through householder applications in central London.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

A detailed impact assessment is a must
Root protection areas are key
Where an air spade can be useful
When to use ground penetrating radar

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#32 Why A Large Percentage Of Projects Never Get Off The Blocks Due To Planning Conditions and How You Can Avoid This Trap. 👌

In this episode Matt talks through where planning conditions come into play and why you should try and avoid the situation altogether.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Planning Conditions in relation to trees
Why you should try and avoid conditions
The hidden problems if you have no prior tree data
Get your application as robust as it can be before submission

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#30 The Single Best Bit Of Advice I Can Give You For 2022.

In this episode Matt talks through where most people in your position tend to fail in their planning aspirations.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Get a good planning consultant (they are worth their weight in gold)
Get pre-app advice from your local Planning Authority
Don't skimp on surveys early doors
Get your application as robust as it can be before submission

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

If you are fed up with being pushed from pillar to post and wasting cash, time and resources on your planning applications.

Then jump on a discovery call with me and we will help your boat go faster and get your planning application back on track.

Website >>> https://www.roavr-environmental.co.uk

ABOUT THE HOST:

Matt started his working life as a Countryside Ranger. Pretty soon he was smitten with all things trees and started a tree surgery business in Surrey. By 2010 this had morphed into an arboricultural and environmental consultancy which operates across the UK. ROAVR Group was officially founded in 2013 and has morphed into a all encompassing film, survey and inspection company that is driven by technology and powered by people. Matt is the best selling author of two books, The Planning Application Hack and Unmanned 'A Drone Story'.

#29 Not Another 'Simple Plan' 😂😳

Quite often, after months of waiting, your planning officer will come back with some consultee comments on your application.

From time to time we hear the classic 'it's just a simple plan...' So what does that mean?

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#28 The Difference Between A Tree Survey and An Impact Assessment And Why You Need To Know...💡👌

In this episode Matt walks you through the diffrence between the tree survey and an impacts assessment. Why is this important? In our experience most local authorities want the same thing but the terminology use can differ. And truth be told, when the rubber hits the road you need to make sure you are commissioning the right survey. This is arguably more important now than ever as it can be up to 6-months before you get a response to your planning submission meaning any issues will not surface until the last minute.

Website >>> https://www.roavr-environmental.co.uk

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Call The Office >> +44 (0)1463 667302

Email us >> support@roavr-group.co.uk

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#27 Buying Land Without Planning Consent - Gambling With Your Money 🥊👀

Throughout 2021 as the housing market booms we have had a few of these projects come across our desks. In this episode Matt explains the pitfalls of buying land sold as a 'plot' with no planning consent in place and no feasibility studies carried out. It's a massive gamble and if history has taught us anything it's that the cards can be stacked in your favour if you do things the right way.

Website >>> https://www.roavr-environmental.co.uk

Get an Instant Quote >> https://www.go-roavr.co.uk

Call The Office >> +44 (0)1463 667302

Email us >> support@roavr-group.co.uk

Follow us on Instagram >>> https://www.instagram.com/go_roavr_trees/?hl=en-gb

#26 Why Tipex Is Not The Answer! (Showing My Age) 😂

Why Tipex Is Not The Answer!

Today Matt talks through a strange enquiry to the office..

Get your planning back on track with ROAVR.

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Email us >> support@roavr-group.co.uk

#23 Are The Cracks Appearing? All Things Subsidence 👀😳

Today Matt gives a brief overview of tree related subsidence. A real rising card in the area of all things trees.

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#22 Why You Are Not Buying A TV! 🤯🌲👀

Frankly, you are not buying a TV. Find out why.

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#21 Accuracy - Why It Matters Even On The Smallest Project 👍👀

Accuracy on the tree survey positions is essential...it is also essential the survey 'talks' with other project stakeholders. Find out why.

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#20 Building In London? - The Top Tip You’ll Need To Know To Avoid Planning Delays 🚏🏛

If you have a project coming up in a major city on a constrained site - this is a must listen to avoid costly project delays.

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Get 'The Planning Application Hack' on Amazon today, packed full of useful tips! >

#19 71% Of Planning Applications Are Decided Within 13 Weeks - How To Avoid Being In The Remaining 29% 😎

Most applications are decided within the service level agreement time of 13 weeks. However many are not... when it comes to tree surveys the main reason for delays is no survey at all. Don't fall into that trap.

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#18 Why A Large Percentage Of Projects Never Get Off The Blocks Due To Planning Conditions and How You Can Avoid This Trap. 👍🌲

Why A Large Percentage Of Projects Never Get Off The Blocks Due To Planning Conditions and How You Can Avoid This Trap. 👍🌲

If you have conditions to discharge - this is a must listen episode.