Flooding can happen suddenly and can cause significant damage to property, disrupt daily life, and pose serious safety risks. Having a household flood plan in place will help you and…
How a SuDS Report Can Help Get Your Planning Application Approved
Introduction One of the most common reasons for delays or rejections in planning applications is the failure to demonstrate adequate surface water management. A well-prepared SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) report…
Why Is a BRE365 Percolation Test Needed at Planning Stage for a SuDS Report?
This is a question we’re frequently asked by developers — so rather than explain it again and again, we’ve created this article to help clarify the importance of BRE365 percolation testing and…
Need a SuDS Report to Validate Your Planning Application?
Many applicants don’t realise that a SuDS report is a mandatory requirement for planning validation—until it’s too late. You’ve prepared your documents, you’re ready to hit “submit”, and then you’re told a Sustainable…
A Sustainable Solution to Urban Flooding: Green Roofs & SuDS | Nimbus Engineering
Imagine a sustainable, forward-thinking solution that reduces flooding while providing additional benefits. That’s precisely what the combination of green roofs and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) offers. The Urban Flooding Challenge Modern cities are filled…
Why Have You Included a SuDS Report in My Design If It’s Not a Planning Condition?
This is a common question we receive from developers and clients when providing below-ground drainage designs. We understand—construction is expensive, and unexpected costs add up quickly. However, even if your…
The Importance of Conducting a CCTV Survey for Drainage Design
Introduction As experienced engineers, we understand the critical role that accurate survey information plays in the success of any drainage design project. Incomplete or incorrect data can lead to costly…
Why You Still Need a SuDS Report Even If Hard Surfaces Haven’t Increased
SuDS Report: Why You Need One for Your Development Project One of the most common questions we receive is: “I’m replacing an existing building with a similar-sized one—why do I still…
Understanding the Need for Attenuation Tanks and Permeable Paving in SuDS Reports
Table of Contents Introduction Purpose of SuDS Reports Importance of SuDS in Urban Development Why Attenuation Tanks Are Suggested Understanding Permeable Paving How Permeable Paving Works Handling Extreme Storm Events…
Why Have You Suggested an Attenuation Tank in My SuDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems) Report, When You Have Also Proposed Rainwater Harvesting and Permeable Paving?
Table of Contents Introduction Purpose of SuDS Reports Importance of SuDS in Urban Development Why Attenuation Tanks Are Suggested Understanding Rainwater Harvesting Understanding Permeable Paving Handling Extreme Storm Events with…