We are the planning authority and have statutory duties under the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009 to reduce the risk of flooding. As part of these duties we must not permit development which has the potential to increase flood risk.
You must complete a simplified surface water management checklist to help the Council consider your application. Some of our downloads might not be accessible. If you need help email flood.planning@edinburgh.gov.uk .
Download surface water management and flood risk guidance (PDF). Some of our downloads might not be accessible. If you need help email flood.planning@edinburgh.gov.uk .
Download sustainable rainwater management guidance (PDFs)