Independent Technical Opinion

Critical review of an existing option, proposal, or technical stance.

An Independent Technical Opinion is used when a technical decision already exists (a design option, an interpretation, or a change during construction) and needs to be assessed for admissibility, coherence and risk under the applicable framework and technical practice.

When to use this

Use an Independent Technical Opinion when you need to test an existing position, typically:

• before submission to an authority

• when interpretations diverge between stakeholders

• during changes on site with technical impact

• when exceptions or compromise solutions are being relied upon

• in disputes (client / designers / supervision / contractors)

What we do

We review the available information and provide an independent assessment, including:

• identification of incompatibilities and critical risks

• clarification of assumptions, limitations and missing information

• assessment of coherence against applicable constraints

• boundary-setting on responsibilities and decision implications

Items that depend on authority decisions are flagged as Human Gate.

What you receive

A structured written opinion (PDF), typically including:

• issue framing and scope

• analysis and rationale

• risks, limits and implications

• clear conclusions

• stated assumptions and limitations

• recommended next steps (where appropriate)

What this is not

• not an approval or licensing guarantee

• not design services

• not an executive role

• not a substitute for the project author or the authority

Request a Preliminary Screening

If you are unsure whether your case requires an Independent Technical Opinion or a Preliminary Assessment Report, start with a Preliminary Screening.