ABSTRACT

The Landscape Institute no longer sets any fee scales for its members. A publication which offers guidance in determining fees for different types of project is available from:

The Landscape Institute 33 Great Portland Street London W1W 8QG

Telephone: 020 7299 4500

The publication is entitled ‘Engaging a Landscape Consultant – Guidance for Clients on Fees 2002’

The document refers to suggested fee systems on the following basis:

Time Charged Fee Basis Lump Sum Fee Basis Percentage Fee Basis Retainer Fee Basis

In regard to the ‘Percentage Fee Basis’ the publication lists various project types and relates them to complexity ratings for works valued at £22,500 and above. The suggested fee scales are dependent on the complexity rating of the project.