We were delighted with the Flood Risk Assessment work carried out by AWP. Their approach has been pragmatic and effective, minimising the risk of rework being required. The final report was professional, simple and exactly what was required to address both planning requirements and the real operational issue.
Grid Battery Storage Limited
Flood Risk & Drainage
Protecting Developments with Sustainable Drainage and Flood Risk Solutions
Flooding in urban areas has become a persistent issue in recent years, often dominating news headlines and raising concerns within local communities where new developments are proposed. Addressing flood risk is a crucial aspect of planning, ensuring that developments are not only safeguarded from flooding but also do not contribute to increased risks elsewhere.
Reliabe FRAs
Any development over 1 hectare needs a site specific Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) to support a planning application. This FRA needs to demonstrate that not only will the proposed development be safe from all forms of flooding over its design life, but also that that there will be no increased risk to any existing properties in the catchment.
Comprehensive Planning Support
We provide advice on flood risk and drainage matters at all stages of a project, from pre-acquisition due diligence and Local Plan promotion to the full planning process, including appeals and inquiries if necessary. Our team’s broad experience gained across a wide variety of development sectors enables us to respond in a manner appropriate to the client’s scheme whether that be a single dwelling or major mixed-use urban extension.
Smart SuDS Integration
A key part of any FRA is the surface water strategy and at AWP we pride ourselves on working closely with clients, masterplanners and approving bodies to create exemplary Sustainable Urban Drainage (SuDS) solutions that are integrated into masterplans from an early stage. This can include soakaways, infiltration basins, swales, rain gardens and attenuation features.
Sustainable Solutions
At AWP, we stay at the forefront of industry best practices, ensuring that our designs align with the latest guidance. Well-designed SuDS not only provide effective flood mitigation but also offer cost-efficient construction and low ongoing maintenance, making them a sustainable and practical choice for modern developments.
Flood Risk & Drainage
Recent Projects
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