Professional Fees
Estimate the design team and consultant fee budget for a development scheme.
Introduction
Who this is for: Developers budgeting the consultant team on a scheme.
Why it matters: Professional fees typically run 10-14% of build cost and are routinely underestimated. On a £3m build that is a £300,000-£420,000 line — big enough to move viability on its own.
Typical scenario: A developer sizing the consultant budget on a £3m residential build.
- Budgeting architect fees only and forgetting engineers, QS and specialists.
- Omitting Building Safety Act roles now required on higher-risk buildings.
- Forgetting planning application and Building Regulations fees.
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Scheme
Fee Rates
Fixed Fees
Analysis
On a £3,000,000 build classed as "standard" (a 10% uplift on base rates), professional fees total £434,750 — 14.5% of build cost.
This analysis provides context, not financial advice. Consult a qualified adviser before making investment decisions.
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Total Professional Fees
£434,750
Fees as % of Build
14.49%
Design Team Fees
£354,750
Fixed Fees
£80,000