What is land drainage consent?

What is land drainage consent?

These consents are known as ‘flood defence consents’. Previously they were sometimes called ‘land drainage consents’, after the old legislation that applied. Consent is required to ensure works do not increase flood risk, damage flood defences, or harm the environment, fisheries, or wildlife.

Do you need planning permission for land drains?

You do not usually need to apply for planning permission for repairs, maintenance and very minor works. Permitted development rights may be available for works that go beyond repair, maintenance, and very minor works.

How close can you build to a stream UK?

All buildings and accessory structures near a stream corridor, with the exception of those in the Commercial District zone, must be set back at least 30 feet, and those near a river corridor must be set back at least 50 feet.

What is the lead local flood authority?

Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs) prepare and maintain a strategy for local flood risk management in their areas, coordinating views and activity with other local bodies and communities through public consultation and scrutiny, and delivery planning.

Is a land drain a watercourse?

10 Frequently Asked Questions 10 Page 3 3 Riparian Ownership Clarified What is a watercourse? A watercourse is every river, stream, ditch, drain, cut, dyke, sluice, rill, sewer (other than a public sewer) culvert, pipe or passage through which water flows.

Can I run rainwater into sewer UK?

Most rainwater falling on properties drains into public sewers owned by the ten water and sewerage companies in England and Wales. If rainwater does not drain from your property into a public sewer, because you have a soakaway or similar, you may be entitled to a surface water drainage rebate.

Can I sue my neighbor for water damage?

Water Damage Caused by Carelessness If your neighbor acts unreasonably or carelessly with water on his own property in a way that causes water damage to your property, you can sue for compensation for your losses and also ask the court to order the neighbor to stop the action.

Is a drain a watercourse?

What do you need to know about the Land Drainage Act?

Only certain types of works, under the Land Drainage Act, require consent such as constructing or altering a mill, dam, weir, and any culvert which is likely to affect the water flow. Both permanent and temporary works affecting the flow of a watercourse may require consent.

How does the Land Drainage Board issue consents?

The Board issue Land Drainage Consents under the Drainage Board Byelaws and the Land Drainage Act 1991. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that any other necessary permission from other authorities or undertakers is obtained.

How much does it cost to apply for land drainage consent?

An application for a land drainage consent is currently £50.00 (VAT exempt) and is payable in respect of each separate structure, channel, pond or other element forming the project. Where should I send my application and fee? The application form contains details of where you should send your completed application form and fee.

When do you need consent to build a culvert?

Under the Land Drainage Act 1991, you will need consent to build a culvert or structure (such as a weir) which is likely to affect flow in an ordinary watercourse. It is our responsibility to issue consent for ordinary watercourses under amendments to the Land Drainage Act 1991.