flood risk assessments - spp7 compliant

Flood Risk

Flood Risk Assessments

 

Under SPP7, FRA's are required for all developments located within an identified flood risk area.

Waterco have an extensive experience of completing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) Our knowledge and network amongst the relevant authorities have enabled us to produce over 100 reports in the last 5 years.

Waterco offers three levels of FRA reporting  and will advise on which is most appropriate for your development.
 

 

FRA Level 1 - Screening Study

  • Initial enquiry into whether there are any flooding or surface water management issues which require further consideration. 

  • Ascertain if Level 2 study is required.
 

FRA Level 2 - Scoping Study

  • Qualitative appraisal of the sites flood risk and its potential impact elsewhere.

  • Production of a preliminary FRA report in accordance with SPP7.
 

FRA Level 3 - Detailed Study

  • Undertaken if the Local Authority or SEPA require further quantitative analysis. 

  • Production of a full FRA report possibly including catchment analysis, hydraulic calculations and flood mitigation measures (specific contents determined after Environment Agency consultation).

  • Flood modelling for the potential risk onsite and offsite, is often included.
 

Feel free to contact our team for an informal discussion.

For information on flood risk and SPP7 can be found in Flood Risk Guidance