Colchester’s centre sits inside its Roman walls, and the Dutch Quarter is part of a conservation area full of listed buildings. Solar there needs care, with rear slopes, all-black panels and listed building consent where it applies. Outside the walls, New Town has Victorian terraces. Much of the former garrison land to the south has been rebuilt as new homes. Estates such as Highwoods and Stanway have simple modern roofs. Colchester City Council handles planning.
Colchester is on the northern edge of the area we cover. The first survey is usually a video call, then a site visit, and installs are scheduled in groups. The design, the installation and the warranties are the same as closer to home. Homes near the coast at Mersea and Wivenhoe face salt air, so we choose fixings and frames with that in mind. UK Power Networks is the network operator.