New Water Standards Put SuDS at the Centre of Planning

Why SuDS keep gaining ground

Updated guidance and public pressure to reduce pollution are pushing SuDS to the centre of planning. Multifunctional drainage that slows, stores, and treats water is now widely seen as essential infrastructure rather than a nice‑to‑have. LPAs expect evidence that infiltration has been considered before outfalls to sewers or watercourses.

Evidence LPAs want to see

BRE 365 infiltration testing, pollutant removal stages, exceedance routing and long‑term maintenance commitments. For constrained sites, clear justification for alternatives and mitigation. Submissions that include these elements are progressing faster through validation and determination.

How EnviroSolution can help

Our infiltration testing service provides the backbone of your SuDS strategy, while our planning‑ready reports give officers confidence. We coordinate with your engineers to align evidence, speeding up approvals.

Next steps

Book testing and strengthen your SuDS case before you submit.