With a large footprint and complex design, hyperscale data centres need accuracy and certainty to succeed. Our integrated approach means you have the full picture from day one, allowing you to achieve deliverability time and cost efficiencies.
Data centres
Supporting the rapid growth of digital infrastructure through land strategy, power enablement, secured rights and effective stakeholder engagement
With decades of experience supporting nationally significant infrastructure, we operate at the intersection of land, planning, utilities and programme delivery.
Our multi-disciplinary teams understand that success is determined long before equipment is installed. We know our role is to manage complexity, reduce risk and accelerate delivery for all types of data centre projects.
Each data centre is a mission-critical infrastructure investment. Success for these developments requires the right location, secure land access, power availability and resilient connectivity.
Developers need to meet complex planning and consenting requirements in sensitive environments, whether via local planning authorities or Development Consent Orders. Plus, sites are increasingly co-located with other energy generators to reduce latency, improve resilience and maximise network performance. This further reinforces the need for integrated land and delivery expertise.
Deliverability also depends on the careful management of environmental and community impacts. Qualified environmental professionals work with the rest of our team to deliver pragmatic, accurate advice. Our long‑term relationships with landowners, regulators and utility providers helps us manage your reputation and inspire confidence in your project.
This in-house multidisciplinary expertise and practical approach allow us to efficiently manage the whole process, from site origination through to planning, environmental services and pre-construction access. Rather than managing multiple consultants, you can get a complete land, environment and stakeholder engagement service in one place, leaving you to focus on delivering your programme.
"DM delivers land, planning, and stakeholder engagement in-house - powering data centre projects from edge to hyperscale with clarity and confidence.”
Core data centre types
Hyperscale
Colocation
These schemes need a flexible approach, so you have scope to adapt with changing needs. This is where our multi-disciplinary expertise and accurate information become all the more important, so you can always have the best strategy in place.
Edge
Edge data centres must balance rapid deployment and local planning constraints with the need for connectivity, resilience, and proximity to users. Our pragmatic expertise keeps every aspect moving forward.
Practical, complete consultancy
Environment & Planning
Constraints and restrictions can have a direct impact on site feasibility and programme deliverability.
By identifying challenges early and engaging the right stakeholders, we help you navigate everything from advice and applications to appeals with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.
Geomatics
Using our specialist platform and complete data sets, we can help you find the best possible site for your project.
Land surveying technologies will also give you a complete picture of the site, allowing for accurate designs, effective asset management and successful land reinstatement.
Land & Property
From giving a full picture on ownership rights, to negotiating contracts and liaising with landowners and contractors, we’ll act as your representative to get the consents and access needed to succeed.
Our expertise in the Development Consent Order (DCO) process also gives you the option to choose the best planning route for your project.
Stakeholder Engagement
Whether you’re liaising with one or multiple landowners, we’ll maintain the right connections to make sure everyone stays on the same page.
Even in contentious cases, we’ll make sure local communities understand the benefits of your scheme by bringing your projects and strategy to life. We’ll smooth out bumps in the road so you can focus on reaching the destination.
Our services include
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GIS/CAD
Creating maps, models, plans and design solutions -
Planning & permitted development
Our services include feasibility studies, pre-application enquiries, planning applications and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) -
Acquisition, consents & compensation
At DM, we act as a specialist bridge between developers, landowners, regulators and communities -
Stakeholder Engagement
Building and managing your reputation to establish trust and inspire confidence
Our sector specialists
Across our areas of expertise, we can offer experienced, qualified professionals who understand the complexities of regulation and compliance.
Lucy Davies
Principal PlannerSpecialising in securing critical planning permissions and environmental consents for data centre projects.
Rebecca Kaye
Associate DirectorSpecialising in supporting the development and delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects, including data centres.
Beth Motley
Engagement LeadSpecialising in strategic communications, engagement, and consultation campaigns for data centre projects.