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Urbanisation

Joe Bloggs

25 Nov 24

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With urbanisation, population growth, and climate change accelerating, towns and cities face increased risks of flooding and watercourse pollution. These challenges are expected to become even more frequent in the coming years. In response, the government is implementing Schedule 3 of the Flood and Water Management Act, becoming mandatory in 2024, more than a decade after its initial recommendations. This legislation will require housebuilders and developers to adopt new water management solutions, with a strong focus on sustainable drainage systems (SuDS).

Understanding schedule 3, SUDS, and SABS H2 heading

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In conventional drainage systems, rainwater runoff is typically captured in a combined sewer before it travels to a water treatment facility. However, with new housing developments, the fixed capacity of existing pipe networks can lead to more frequent and severe flooding episodes. Schedule 3 aims to mitigate this by using SuDS to regulate rainfall and reduce the volume of water flowing into sewers from new developments. This involves implementing features like permeable surfaces, rain gardens, and soakaways to decrease₂ the³ overall amount of water entering our sewers