Housing: Flood Control
Lords · Question HL3375 · Tabled 11 Dec 2024 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · Official record
Answered 20 Dec 2024
Question
Asked by Lord Allen of Kensington
To ask His Majesty's Government what action they are taking to ensure housing stock built in areas susceptible to flooding is adequately protected from flooding risks.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, 20 Dec 2024
The government recognises the devastating impact flooding can have on communities. National Planning Policy is clear that development should be directed to areas with the lowest risk of flooding. Where no alternative sites are available, permission should...