What is a Flood Risk Assessment?
A Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) is a technical report that reviews the flood risk to a site.
A flood risk assessment is required to demonstrate:
Assessing the flood risk of a site is very important as it could mean including sufficient flood mitigation/prevention measures within the plans. Failure to do this could result in costly delays later down the line or development having to be halted altogether.
- There is little or no flood risk to a proposed development site.
The flood risk to areas outside of a site is not increased because of developing the site.
Appropriate flood mitigation measures are provided where required.
Why do I need a Flood Risk Assessment?
You need to understand the potential risk of flooding if you are designing or developing a new site. That’s why all major developments and any development in areas of high flood risk need a flood risk assessment. If a site sits within a known flood zone, as a property developer, planner or architect, you’ll need to think about how it might affect the community as well.
What Is Included in a Flood Risk Assessment?
A flood risk assessment should review the flood risk to a site from all sources including:
Fluvial flooding from rivers and other watercourses
Tidal flooding
Surface water flooding
Groundwater flooding
Sewer flooding
Reservoir flooding
Flooding from artificial sources
Benefits of a Flood Risk Assessment from Your Environment
Cost effective and can be done alongside a SuDs report
Concise report in a digital format
Clear recommendations from experienced engineers
We use the latest technology and methods
Quick turnaround options available
Testimonials
We have worked with the experts at Your Environment on several commercial projects and have always found them to be professional and friendly.
John Helme, Helme & Partners
Need a flood risk assessment?
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