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NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

While most economic development is best located outside of flood plains, it is accepted that certain projects because of their nature, size or site specific requirements, may require a site that happe

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

A Drainage Assessment will be required for all development proposals that exceed any of the following thresholds: • A residential development comprising of 10 or more dwelling units • A development si

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

All Development There will be a presumption against development within the potential flood inundation area for proposals that include: • essential infrastructure; • storage of hazardous substances; •

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Any proposed development for essential infrastructure, such as for emergency services / depots, transport or utilities and also development for the storage of hazardous substances will need to demonst

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Careful design and incorporation of SuDS into new development or redevelopment schemes will deliver effective drainage while at the same time avoiding increased flood risk downstream. Sustainable drai

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Notwithstanding the current legislative position, development proposals that facilitate sustainable drainage while meeting broader planning objectives or requirements will usually be considered favour

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Demountable Flood Guards These guards or gates are made of suitable flood resistant material and are fitted across boundary fences, doors and windows by bolting or dropping into pre-prepared slots or

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Temporary Flood Defences This solution is sometimes adopted to provide protection for commercial properties such as shops and restaurants where a service or an ongoing activity may still be required o

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

This would also apply to gas, oil and water supplies so as to avoid pulled joints and leaks, which can lead to contamination and pollution.

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Televisions, fridges and cookers can be placed on plinths at raised levels. Machinery and office equipment should also be raised. Castor type sofas and the use of movable rugs instead of fixed carpets

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Popular methods in kitchens and downstairs bathrooms are to use durable water resistant materials such as stainless steel units and plastic skirting boards. Vinyl and tiled floors are preferred to woo

NI-wide·PPS 15 Planning and Flood Risk (Revised)

Notwithstanding the various flood proofing measures that may be available to manage and mitigate flood risk, it is stressed that the practice of flood avoidance, by locating new buildings and infrastr