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Explore a collection of insights, guides, and case studies on navigating environmental challenges in development.
SuDS Compliance 2024: Meeting Mandatory Drainage Requirements in Your Development
May 24, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
SuDS mandatory in Wales & key across the UK! Our 2024 guide helps developers navigate SuDS approval, avoid costly rejections & design effective sustai...
Navigating the UK's Flood Risk Assessment Requirements: A Developer's Guide
May 24, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Don't let flood risk assessments sink your development! Our developer's guide demystifies UK FRA requirements, helping you save time, money, and navig...
Climate Change Allowances in Flood Risk Assessments: What's Changed and Why It Matters
May 23, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Climate change is rewriting flood risk. Is your FRA using the latest allowances? Our guide explains updated UK requirements & how to future-proof your...
Coastal Development and Erosion Risk: Understanding Shoreline Management Plans
May 22, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Developing on the coast? Understand Shoreline Management Plans (SMPs) & erosion risk first! Our guide helps developers navigate coastal planning compl...
Surface Water Flood Risk: The Hidden Threat to Development Viability
May 21, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Surface water flooding affects 60% of at-risk UK properties! Learn to assess this hidden threat & design solutions that satisfy LLFAs & protect your d...
Flood Resilient Design: Meeting Insurability Requirements for Developments in Flood Risk Areas
May 20, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Building in a flood risk area? Make your development insurable! Our guide to flood resilient design helps meet insurer expectations & protect property...
Comparing Flood Risk Assessment Requirements Across UK Local Authorities: What Developers Need to Know
May 19, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Developing UK-wide? FRA requirements vary hugely between LAs! Our guide compares key differences in flood risk policy, helping you plan smarter & avoi...
Flood Risk and Drainage Due Diligence: Essential Checks Before Land Acquisition
May 18, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Buying land? Don't get sunk by hidden flood or drainage issues! Our guide covers essential due diligence checks to protect your development investment...
The Commercial Impact of Flood Risk: How Accurate Assessment Protects Development Value
May 16, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Flood risk hits commercial property values hard. Learn how accurate FRAs & smart mitigation protect your development's bottom line, insurability & inv...
Hydraulic Modeling for Flood Risk Assessments: A Technical Guide for Developers
May 15, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Demystify hydraulic modeling in FRAs! Our technical guide for developers explains 1D & 2D flood models, data needs & how accurate modeling secures pla...
Developing in Critical Drainage Areas: Strategies for Planning Success
May 9, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Facing a Critical Drainage Area (CDA) designation? Our guide helps developers understand CDA requirements & strategies for successful planning outcome...
Sequential and Exception Tests Explained: Unlocking Development Potential in Flood Risk Areas
May 8, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Confused by Flood Risk Sequential & Exception Tests? Our developer's guide demystifies NPPF requirements & helps you justify development in flood zone...
Retrofitting Flood Protection: Solutions for Existing Properties in High-Risk Areas
May 7, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Existing property in a flood risk area? Discover effective retrofitting flood protection solutions to reduce damage, cut recovery time & improve resil...
Flood Risk Assessments for Small Developments: Navigating Requirements for Minor Applications
May 6, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Small development or extension in a flood zone? Our guide simplifies FRA requirements for minor applications, helping you get planning without overspe...
Understanding Functional Floodplain Designations: Implications for Development and Land Value
May 5, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Is your site in Flood Zone 3b (Functional Floodplain)? Understand the severe development restrictions & how to potentially challenge incorrect floodpl...
Flood Risk Assessment for Renewable Energy Projects: Navigating Unique Requirements
May 4, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Solar, wind, battery storage & flood risk? Our guide helps renewable energy developers navigate unique FRA requirements for successful planning consen...
Flood Risk Assessments for Environmental Permits: Essential Guidance for Industrial Operators
May 3, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Need an Environmental Permit? Flood risk is key! Our guide helps industrial operators navigate FRA requirements for EA permits & pollution prevention.
Flood Risk and Biodiversity Net Gain: Creating Integrated Solutions for Planning Success
May 2, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Deliver Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) & manage flood risk together! Explore integrated design solutions using SuDS & NFM to achieve planning success eff...
The Future of Flood Risk Planning Policy: Preparing for Upcoming Regulatory Changes
May 1, 2024 by Chris Cameron-Hann
Flood risk planning policy is evolving fast! Our guide explores upcoming regulatory changes in the UK & helps developers prepare for a more challengin...