PUNCH Consulting Engineering was appointed to conduct a Flood Risk and Development Impact Assessment for the Caledon Green project, a proposed 22.5MW generation plant.
To prepare a comprehensive Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) and Development Impact Assessment (DIA) that met planning requirements, we conducted preliminary consultations with relevant authorities like the LPA and SEPA. The team performed hydrological analyses to assess flood risk from all sources, factoring in climate change. Pre and post-development runoff rates for various storm durations were calculated, including up to a 1:200 year event with climate change considerations. We evaluated the existing drainage system capacity and determined the need for on-site stormwater management. Necessary flood protection measures, such as floor levels and access, were defined and we ensured that any residual risks did not increase flood risk to nearby properties. Drainage pre- and post-development was assessed to meet planning standards. Coordination with SEPA and Scottish Water was carried out to obtain approval letters.
A site visit was essential to assess the development’s relation to local drainage systems. The findings were detailed in an FRA and DIA report, including relevant drawings and data.
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