Are you a planning officer and want to know what flood and water management legislation you need to consider? The link below sets out the steps you need to follow to ensure flood and water management is considered in the planning process.
Read moreAre you a developer wanting to know what you need to consider when it comes to flood risk management in new or existing developments? The link below contains all the information you need to know to ensure you meet local and national guidelines.
Read moreAre you a land or homeowner thinking of carrying out work on a river near to or within your property? You may need consent to do so if the risk of flooding increases. Find out who to contact for consent on rivers and other useful information.
Read moreAre you interested in finding out more about surface water drainage? The link below details how surface water drainage should be incorporated into major planning applications and sets out the local design standards.
Read moreFrom 1st April 2021, Northamptonshire County Council and the seven district and borough councils have been replaced by two new Unitary Councils – West Northamptonshire and North Northamptonshire.
This Flood Toolkit website is currently being updated to reflect these changes. If you or others have been impacted by flooding then please continue to report it on our Report a Flood page and a member of the flood and water team will respond.