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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.
BeST (Benefits of SuDS Tool) is used to evaluate the benefits and overall performance of sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS).
This report looks at a cost benefit analysis of a small number of sustainable drainage options that could be retrofitted in urban areas.
This project updated with the latest research the manual used by professionals to design and build Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).
Non-statutory technical standards for the design, maintenance and operation of sustainable drainage systems to drain surface water.
Environment Agency enforcement position on when you can dewater and deposit silt from SUDS without an environmental permit.
The Environment Agency has identified that an increased uptake of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS) would have positive environmental benefits
How to carry out a flood risk assessment so that you can complete your planning application
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