Designing for the Ground Beneath Our Feet

From the outset, surface water management was central to this scheme. The site’s natural soakage potential gave us a real opportunity to design a sustainable system that worked with the landscape - not against it.

Our drainage strategy focused on minimising runoff by directing water to permeable areas across the site. This meant integrating SuDS features like:

  • Permeable paving to manage water where it falls
  • Rain gardens to filter and slow the flow
  • Green roofs to reduce discharge at the source

Crucially, the system was designed for Section 104 adoption, and we handled all Section 106 applications to secure approvals before a spade hit the ground. The goal? Fewer headaches during construction - and long-term reliability for the client.

Alongside the drainage, we delivered the road design to Norfolk County Council standards, achieving full Section 38 technical approval. That means this access road won’t just serve the new homes - it’s built for long-term adoption and maintenance, saving the developer time and cost down the line.

Local Engineering, Built on Local Knowledge

Every detail of this scheme - from plot drainage design (BS8301 and Building Regs compliant) to infrastructure coordination - was handled by our Norwich-based civil engineering team. Being local meant we could work closely with both the client and Norfolk authorities, responding quickly and keeping everything on track.

Ben Norman, Associate Civil Engineer:

  • Building Better Developments Across Norfolk
  • Whether you're designing a small residential site or a larger commercial scheme, our Norwich office can help you:
  • Develop sustainable drainage strategies (SuDS)
  • Navigate Section 38, 104 and 106 approvals
  • Deliver adoptable infrastructure with minimal delays

Got a Norfolk scheme in the pipeline? Our structural and civil engineers in Norwich are ready to support you. Feel free to reach out to Tom Morris, Senior Structural Engineer, for an initial conversation.