Construction Logistics Plan – London Borough of Brent

SANDS Civil Engineering Consultancy was appointed to prepare a CLOCS‑compliant Construction Logistics Plan (CLP) for proposed development at 11 Mount Pleasant Road, within the London Borough of Brent.

The scheme involves the demolition and replacement of the existing dwelling at No.11, together with the excavation of a new basement, extensions, roof alterations, and associated landscaping and boundary works. The site is located within a residential street with permit‑controlled parking, nearby schools, and moderate public transport accessibility, requiring careful management of construction activity.

The key challenge for the project related to the complex construction methodology associated with basement excavation and underpinning works within a constrained residential environment. The CLP was developed to address how excavation arisings, concrete pours, and specialist construction activities could be managed safely while minimising disruption to neighbours, pedestrians, and the local highway network.

The Construction Logistics Plan set out a clear strategy for access, deliveries, and construction sequencing. All deliveries were planned to be pre‑booked, consolidated where practicable, and scheduled outside peak traffic and school travel periods. Temporary suspension of on‑street parking bays was identified for major deliveries to facilitate safe loading and unloading directly from the site frontage.

All construction vehicle movements were designed to be managed under banksman supervision, with strict adherence to approved vehicle routing to avoid unsuitable roads and height or weight restrictions. Particular emphasis was placed on managing skip lorries and concrete deliveries, which require controlled manoeuvres using the existing dropped kerb and driveway access.

As with all CLOCS‑led Construction Logistics Plans, the CLP was issued as a coordinated submission, supported by construction traffic routing plans, detailed site logistics plans, and vehicle swept path drawings. These drawings were integral to demonstrating that basement excavation, underpinning, and delivery operations could be undertaken safely and in compliance with highway requirements.

The Construction Logistics Plan establishes a clear framework to inform the Planning and Highway Authority, while recognising that the appointed contractor is responsible for the day‑to‑day management, coordination, and delivery of the works.

This project demonstrates our experience in delivering basement‑led Construction Logistics Plans for residential developments, where construction methodology, constrained access, and neighbourhood sensitivity are critical drivers of planning and logistics strategy.

If your development involves basement excavation, underpinning works, or restricted residential access and requires a CLOCS‑compliant Construction Logistics Plan, our team would be pleased to assist.

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