Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS)
The Environment Agency is actively encouraging the use of SUDS techniques to reduce site run-off. We advise on appropriate methods and technologies and design or audit the selected requirements. In accordance with Building Regulations Part H, surface water run-off from new developments should be disposed of by one of the following methods, listed in priority order:
Soakaways
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Discharge to Watercourses
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Discharge to Existing Sewerage Systems
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We also design other aspects of SUDS such as porous surfacing, rainwater recycling, swales, wetlands and reed beds.
The adoption of the proposed solutions is a matter for consideration at the design stage. We liaise with the Local Authority and the sewerage operator to agree the best solution.