Sustainable drainage to be mandatory for new developments in England from 2024
New developments will have to include “sustainable drainage” such as grassed areas, permeable surfaces and wetlands to curb flooding and pollution, the Government has said.
The Environment Department (Defra) said mandatory requirements for new developments in England to incorporate sustainable drainage systems would reduce the risk of surface water flooding and relieve pressure on traditional sewerage systems which can get overwhelmed by heavy rain.
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