Flood risk assessments (via PPS25) are a planning requirement on many sites. Factors to be considered vary from site to site but always require appraisal of the site surface water drainage and the effects of climate change.
Work that might be required on a project might include assessment of flooding effects from the sea, or watercourses such as rivers, streams, and ditches. This would include, when necessary, hydraulic modelling of water courses or breach analysis when flood defences are involved. An outline analysis of the storm water drainage design is a fundamental requirement in most cases.
Our site specific reports cover all relevant issues, including the results of liaison with the Environment Agency. These reports encapsulate the appropriate analysis and assessments and, where necessary, will include specifying design considerations to mitigate flooding effects.
The preparation of evacuation plans is also part of this service where appropriate.
Our flood risk assessments are carried out by chartered engineers who will produce a comprehensive report to meet your needs in a format that is acceptable to the local planning authority and the environment agency.
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