Vu.CIty IN ACTION
See how leading built environment experts are using VU.CITY to communicate the value of their schemes, derisking planning & ultimately getting planning approval.
VU.CITY used in
Oxford City Council - Local Plan 2036
In Policy DH2: Views and Building Heights, Oxford City Council called for the need of 3D models to assess the impact of a development in different locations, including any View Cone views that are affected.
Kingston Upon Thames - 3D Modelling & VU.CITY
On the planning and building control section of RBKT's website, applicants are encouraged to submit 3D models to support the application process.
Isle of Dogs Neighbourhood Plan 2019-2031
The Isle of Dog’s Neighbourhood Plan outlines the requirement for 3D models to be used to evidence good architecture and good design, and all Strategic Applications must be accompanied by a submitted model.
Southwark Council - Heritage SPD
In their September 2021 SPD, Southwark specified the use of VU.CITY in assessing all Major & Strategic Major proposals.
Enfield Council - Draft Local Plan
In their policy on strategic and local views, Enfield Council mentions the use of 3D models to assess cumulative impact and impact on key views. For applicants submitting Tall Buildings, 3D models are required as part of the planning process.
Dacorum Borough Council - Digital 3D Modelling in Planning Applications
Dacorum commissioned a VU.CITY model of Hemel Hempstead and are using it "as a key part of our planning process for assessing the design of applications."
Southwark Council - Tall Building Background Paper for the Southwark Plan
Long time VU.CITY user, Southwark Borough Council, specified in their Tall Buildings background paper that 3D models will be required for Major Schemes, to enable greater understanding of proposals.
Richmond Upon Thames - Consultation Draft Local Views SPD
Section 3.6 on Richmond's Local Views laid out rules for applicants use of VU.CITY in areas of significance.