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Non-statutory technical standards for the design, maintenance and operation of sustainable drainage systems to drain surface water.
Collation of evidence that supports a group of measures to intercept field run-off.
This is a report on the critical issues that must be considered when designing, constructing and maintaining SUDS schemes to effectively manage rainwater runoff from development sites.
Review of the benefits and impacts of making sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) a legal requirement for new developments.
The Environment Agency has identified that an increased uptake of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS) would have positive environmental benefits
This report looks at a cost benefit analysis of a small number of sustainable drainage options that could be retrofitted in urban areas.
Advises how to take account of and address the risks associated with flooding and coastal change in the planning process.
Research on how sustainable drainage systems (SUDS) could solve water quality problems with existing drainage systems.
The potential of constructed wetlands with sustainable drainage systems (SUDS) in urban catchments is reviewed.
A report on the use of sustainable drainage systems in new development after the introduction of new planning policy on such systems in 2014.
Advises on how planning can ensure water quality and the delivery of adequate water and wastewater infrastructure.
Increase flood resilience with natural flood management.
This project updated with the latest research the manual used by professionals to design and build Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).
This section describes guidance for area types that authorities should consider when creating design codes or guides.
This is a summary of a report on public attitudes to stormwater managment.
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