Published in July 2021 (replaces Version 2 which was published in October 2017)

Increasing the size of domestic properties by digging basements has become very popular in recent years. This can involve constructing a new basement under an existing property or the complete redevelopment (demolition and reconstruction) of a property. This AGS Client Guide describes the key aspects associated with ground engineering in the planning of domestic basements so that anyone proposing to undertake such works will have a realistic idea of what is involved and what needs to be done.