Expert Flood Risk Assessments
Ensure compliance and mitigate risks with our specialised flood risk assessments tailored for your development and planning application. Flood Risk Assessments.co.uk combines expertise in civil engineering, flood risk analysis and environmental engineering to deliver comprehensive reports and in depth analysis for successful project approvals.
Flood Risk Assessments for Planning
A Flood Risk Assessment (also referred to as an FRA) is a report which considers the proposed use of the site and assesses the potential risk of flooding to the site from multiple sources of flooding. This allows local authorities to understand whether a development will be safe in relation to different types of flooding.
FRA's are necessary for many different types and sizes of projects, from householder developments, new home extensions, change of use of the property, through to minor and major developments.
Do I need a Flood Risk Assessment?
In accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and Environment Agency (EA) guidance, a Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) is required to accompany a planning application when a development site is:
- located within an area designated as being within Flood Zone 2 or Flood Zone 3 (including minor development and change of use)
- greater than 1 hectare (ha) in size (regardless of flood zone designation)
- includes a change of use in development type to a more vulnerable class (e.g. from commercial to residential)
- the development could be affected by other sources of flooding the by rivers and sea (e.g. surface water/overland flow or reservoirs)
- located within an area identified to have critical drainage problems by the Environment Agency
What is a Flood Risk Assessment?
A Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) considers the location and proposed use of the site and assess the potential risk of flooding to that site from multiple sources of flooding including:
- Sea (Tidal)
- Rivers (Fluvial)
- Surface Water and overland flow (Pluvial)
- Groundwater
- Sewers (Surcharge)
- Artificial bodies (Reservoirs & Ponds)
Each Flood Risk Assessment is bespoke to the individual site and is tailored to identify the sources of risk to the the site and will outline any potential mitigation measures suitable to the development that could be incorporated within the proposed development.
Our Expertise in Action
Explore our key services and discover how we can assist you in your next project. Our commitment to quality and accuracy defines our approach to flood risk assessments.
Accurate and Comprehensive Analysis
Every assessment is backed by rigorous analysis that considers all potential flood risk factors. The report will be bespoke to your individual site and tailored to ensure compliance with the relevant Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) guidelines.
Timely Reports
Understanding the importance of deadlines is essential to any project. We aim to deliver our reports promptly within 2-5 days. However, if your development is located within Flood Zones 2 and 3 we will be required to obtain data from the Environment Agency which can take up to 20 working days and will therefore deliver it 2-5 days after receiving this data.
Client-Centric Approach
We prioritise our clients’ needs, providing a friendly, professional service from initial consultation to final report. If you are unsure whether you need a FRA or have questions following comments received from your Local Authority, please get in touch with us.
Simplicity and Value
Reports can be commissioned directly via email, meaning no complicated forms or paperwork. We pride ourselves in providing value for money and deliver flood risk assessments that are cost effective without compromising on quality or delivery times.
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