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Firstly the collection and conveyance of
runoff can add visual interest to
development, spouts, rills surface channels,
for instance, should be considered as part of Springhill Cohousing, Stroud.
Tile hung cascade conveys water through
the landscape character of a development. terracotta T-piece to lower level. Detailed Design

Secondly it is important to clean runoff as The integration of SuDS with Amenity,
soon as possible so that water that flows Biodiversity and site layout provides
through development is as clean as possible additional benefits including:
for both Amenity and Biodiversity benefits. ■ efficient use of space through
This requires ‘source control’ at the beginning 110
multi-functionality
of the SuDS to remove silt and gross
pollution. ■ usability through integrated use of
landscape space
Source control components such as
permeable surfaces, filter strips, green/blue ■ visual and biodiversity interest as part of
roofs, bioretention and in some cases swales integrated site design.
and basins can all provide early cleaning and
Springhill, Stroud - Raised pool and social space.
flow reduction at the beginning of the
management train.

Community use and wildlife interest are both
compatible with SuDS design. SuDS should
integrate with both designated public open
space, where both everyday rainfall and
occasional heavy storms can be managed,
and public pedestrian routes where
conveyance of water and biodiversity can be
combined.

London Borough of Bexley SuDS D & E Guide © 2018 McCloy Consulting & Robert Bray Associates