Flood risk and drainage expert Richard Bettridge shares his thoughts on the new Ofwat rules. From April 2018 a new set of rules, published by Ofwat, will apply when determining how to charge developers for providing new connection services for water mains and public sewers. Water utility companies have historically complained about the difficulties of
Plans have been approved to transform one of the world’s most prestigious shopping locations. The redevelopment project will reinvigorate the block known as K1, in Knightsbridge. Motion provided extensive pre-planning transport and infrastructure support during a two year period prior to submission of the planning application. The company has subsequently been retained by the developer
A framework travel plan helped secure planning permission for a new industrial warehouse multi-let scheme at Egham Business Park. Located at the entrance to Thorpe Industrial Estate, the 4.3 acre site contains 12 units built using the latest eco initiatives. Motion proposed that, given the number of units and potential occupants, an overarching travel plan
One of the hardest parts about securing consent for new development is adhering to planning policy in relation to flooding and drainage, especially the need to create sustainable drainage systems (SuDS). To do so may involve the waiving of rights which naturally accrue to a landowner by purchasing the land. Motion’s Richard Bettridge examines the
