Flood risk assessments

Request flood risk assessments for a named area or development.

Flood risk assessments are carried out before developments are approved in areas that may be at risk of flooding. They are also produced as part of local flood risk management plans. These documents show what risks have been identified and what mitigation is planned.

Dear [AUTHORITY NAME], Please provide the following information relating to [AREA OR DEVELOPMENT NAME]. 1. Any flood risk assessments carried out for this area or development. 2. Any recommendations made in those assessments. 3. Any conditions imposed as a result of the assessments. I would prefer to receive this by email. Yours faithfully, [YOUR NAME]
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Who to send it to#

Your local council for planning-related assessments, or SEPA for strategic flood risk data. Use the Scottish Information Commissioner’s directory to find the right contact. You can also send your request through WhatDoTheyKnow, which publishes responses online.

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Tips#

  • This is environmental information under the EIR. You do not need to give a reason for your request.
  • If you are asking about a specific development, include the planning application reference number if you have it.
  • SEPA’s flood maps (map.sepa.org.uk) show general flood risk. Use these to identify specific areas of concern before making your request.