Landscape and Visual Appraisal
A proportionate landscape report for schemes that don't need a full LVIA.
What it is and when you need it
Not every application needs a full Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment. For smaller or less sensitive schemes, a Landscape and Visual Appraisal (LVA) uses the same principles in a shorter, more focused report. It gives the planning officer what they need to judge landscape and visual effects, without the cost and time of a full EIA-style assessment.
An LVA often suits small housing sites, rural buildings, telecoms masts, battery storage and other modest infrastructure. If you are not sure which you need, we can advise before you commit.
What we provide
Advice on whether an LVA or full LVIA is appropriate
Baseline review of landscape character and designations
Site visit and representative viewpoint photography
A concise appraisal of landscape and visual effects
Practical mitigation and planting recommendations
Why Terra Loci
The same GLVIA3-based approach as our full LVIAs, scaled to the scheme.
Plain-English reports that officers can follow quickly.
Flexible capacity for tight application deadlines.
Not sure if you need an LVA or an LVIA?
Send us the site location and a short description of the scheme, and we will tell you which fits and what it will cost within two working days.