Policy information sourced from Dacorum Core Strategy
CS31: Water Management
Water will be retained in the natural environment as far as possible. Measures to restore natural flows in the river systems and the water environment will be supported. Supply to the Grand Union Canal will be maintained.
Development will be required to:
- avoid Flood Zones 2 and 3 unless it is for a compatible use: Flood Risk Assessments must accompany planning applications for development in these areas, explaining how the sequential approach to development has been taken into account and outlining appropriate mitigation measures;
- minimise water runoff;
- secure opportunities to reduce the cause and impact of flooding, such as using green infrastructure for flood storage;
- secure opportunities to conserve and enhance biodiversity; and
- avoid damage to Groundwater Source Protection Zones.
For more information please see the Core Strategy