CASE STUDY: ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR

Introduction and Client Background

Enterprise Rent-A-Car agreed to lease land and buildings adjacent to their existing branch in Rotherham. The expansion required a complete site redesign, including the internal reconfiguration of the retained building to accommodate the client’s operational requirements. Inform Surveying were appointed to undertake a measured survey of the existing building, producing detailed floor plans and elevations to support the planning, building control, and construction phases.

Objectives of the Survey

Once the existing floor plans were completed, Inform Surveying prepared proposed floor plans for the refurbishment works. The proposed layouts were designed to meet Enterprise Rent-A-Car’s operational needs while ensuring full compliance with the Building Regulations. The accuracy of the initial measured survey allowed for confident space planning, mitigating spatial conflicts during the construction phase and enabling a seamless transformation of the site.

Survey Methodology

The first part of the measured survey was sketching an accurate layout of the building to provide a base for recording measurements. A combination of laser dimensions for larger distances and tape measures for smaller reveals were utilised. Check measures were taken to ensure accuracy was maintained throughout, and techniques such as triangulation were used to plot angled walls. Following the on-site data collection, a scaled set of CAD drawings were produced and distributed to the client and designers in DWG and PDF format.

Findings and Deliverables

The measured survey provided accurate floor plans in both DWG and PDF formats to facilitate accurate space planning for the client’s refurbishment project. Following the issuing of the existing plans, conversations were held with the client to establish the key deliverables for the proposed plans. The proposed plans showed the reconfigured office space and the areas of the building which were to be demolished as part of the works. The proposals met the client’s needs and conformed with Building Regulations. The final drawings were illustrated with detailed annotations and used to support the approved Planning application, the Building Control application and the construction works. The precise data implemented into the CAD drawing allowed for accurate budgeting, space planning, statutory approvals and construction, allowing the client to move progress at each stage confidently.

Outcome and Client Feedback

The accurate data gathered during the survey was instrumental in avoiding costly design errors by ensuring the proposed changes aligned with the existing structure and Building Regulations. This precision allowed the design team to progress confidently, mitigating risks of unexpected site issues during construction.

The measured survey also played a key role in maintaining the project timeline. By providing reliable measurements from the outset, potential delays caused by reworks or discrepancies were avoided, ensuring efficient project delivery.

A measured survey is critically important for many reasons, none more so than in a refurbishment project. It provides an accurate foundation for the project to be built upon, ensuring designs are reliable, informed and future proof. By eliminating uncertainty and reducing the risk of costly errors, a measured survey allows a client to plan with confidence and make strategic, well informed decisions to ensure property success in the future.

Measured surveys can be used for various purposes, such as refurbishments, space planning, statutory applications, land registry plans and lease plans. All of these play vital roles in the use and development of a property.

Conclusion

At Inform Surveying, we deliver precision and foresight in every measured survey. Using advanced technology and a tailored approach, we ensure our clients receive accurate, actionable data, enabling successful project outcomes. Whether you’re planning a new build, renovation, or expansion, a measured survey provides the essential foundation for property success.

Ready to take your property project to the next level? Contact Inform Surveying today to discuss your measured survey needs and discover how we can support you with precision and foresight.