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JJ Viability

London
RICS Regulated

Led by the RICS Valuation Surveyor of the Year 2023, we empower Local Planning Authorities to secure maximum public benefit. We provide the independent, objective viability evidence needed to defend affordable housing targets and infrastructure requirements across the UK.

About JJ Viability

Securing the Future of Affordable Housing

We understand the unique pressures facing Local Planning Authorities. At JJV, we don't just crunch numbers; we provide the robust, independent evidence needed to ensure that development delivers for the community. Our mission is to bridge the gap between complex financial modelling and the public's need for affordable housing and social infrastructure.

We act exclusively for the public sector, bringing an insider’s perspective to every instruction. Whether we are assessing a small-scale change of use or a multi-billion pound regeneration project, our focus remains the same: ensuring viability assessments are objective, transparent, and capable of withstanding the most rigorous scrutiny.

An Award-Winning Team of Public Sector Specialists

Our strength lies in our people. We are a team of RICS Chartered Surveyors who have sat on the other side of the table, having held senior roles within the Greater London Authority (GLA) and various London Boroughs.

  • Joshim Uddin MRICS (Director): Recognised as the RICS Valuation Surveyor of the Year 2023, Joshim pioneered the first income-generating commercial viability service in a local authority setting.
  • Joseph Ward MRICS (Director): A former senior advisor at the GLA, Joseph has shaped national policy through his work on the government’s Technical Panel for viability planning guidance.
  • Jane Seymour MRICS (Consultant): With over 18 years of experience, Jane spent seven years in the Mayor of London’s Viability Team, specialising in large-scale strategic applications.

Proven Results on Nationally Significant Projects

We have a track record of delivering results that translate into real-world community benefits. Our expertise covers everything from Build to Rent and Student Accommodation to complex Estate Regeneration.

ProjectImpactKey Achievement
Dagenham Green3,500 HomesSecured 50% affordable housing via the Fast Track Route.
56 Marsh Wall795 Co-Living UnitsSecured a £46.7m financial contribution for the borough.
Strategic PolicyLondon-wideLed the production of development plan policy and guidance.

Expert Advocacy from Pre-App to Inquiry

We support authorities at every stage of the planning journey. We are not just here for the initial assessment; we stay with you through Planning Committee, the drafting of Section 106 Agreements, and the implementation of viability review mechanisms.

When a scheme goes to appeal, we provide authoritative Expert Witness representation. Our consultants have a deep relationship with the RICS and industry bodies, ensuring our advice is always at the cutting edge of professional standards and planning law.

"We believe that independent, objective viability advice is the cornerstone of a fair planning system. Our goal is to ensure that every development contributes its fair share to the infrastructure a

Services by JJ Viability

Financial Viability AssessmentsSection 106 AdviceInfrastructure In-Kind AssessmentsViability Review Mechanism AssessmentsViability Review Mechanism AuditProperty Market ReportsPolicy and Guidance FormationChange of Use Value and Marketing AssessmentExpert Witness RepresentationPlanning Appeals and InquiriesCIL Liability AssessmentsAffordable Housing StrategyStrategic Site Appraisals

Service Areas

Available for services in the following postcode sectors:

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