Flooding
Report Flooding
The Related link on this page titled, Report a Roads or Footpaths Fault, will take you to our on-line fault reporting.
If there is an immediate risk to life or you are trapped by floodwater please call the Emergency Services – 999.
Flooding can have a detrimental impact on people and businesses, and can be caused by a number of factors such as:
- Rivers
- Coastal
- Surface water
- Groundwater
- Drain, sewer and broken water mains.
Inverclyde Council has a duty to protect the people and businesses within its jurisdiction against the impacts of flooding.
Legislation
Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009 (FRM Act 2009)
This act came into force on 16 June 2009 - replacing the previous Flood Prevention (Scotland) Act 1961. It aims to provide an efficient and sustainable approach to flood-risk management in Scotland.
Scottish Planning Policy (SPP)
This sets out national planning policies which reflect the Scottish Government’s priorities for the operation, planning, development and use of land across Scotland. This includes guidance to ensure future development will not have a negative impact on the existing infrastructure, including flood risk.
Local Flood Risk Management Plan
The Clyde and Loch Lomond (CaLL) Local Plan District, Local Flood Risk Management Plan (LFRMP) was published in June 2016.
The Documents link on this page, titled Flood, will allow you to view The Local Flood Risk Management Plan.
Statutory Bodies
Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA)
SEPA is Scotland’s principal environmental regulator. Its main purpose is to protect and improve Scotland’s environment. Inverclyde Council and other stakeholders work in partnership to minimise flood risk to any existing and proposed development, ensuring it complies with SPP.
The External link on this page titled, SEPA, is a useful source of information providing live flooding updates.
Scottish Water
Scottish Water is a publicly-owned company answerable to the Scottish Government, responsible for providing the delivery of fresh drinking water to all households in Scotland and also the removal of waste water and surface water every day. Scottish Water has an intensive network of surface, foul and combined sewers throughout the Inverclyde Council area.
The External link on this page titled, Water, can be used for fault reporting - such as:
- No water supply
- Water leak/bursts
- Sewer flooding
- Water pressure
- Water quality or contamination.
Scottish Flood Forum – Flood Advice and Support
The Scottish Flood Forum is a charitable organisation which provides support and represents people affected by – or at risk of flooding.
The External link on this page titled, Forum, will take you to their website.
UK Government - FloodRe – Flood Insurance
Flood Re is the National scheme designed to help provide better access to affordable home insurance for those in high flood-risk areas across the UK. It represents a long-term, sustainable approach to providing home insurance for those at flood risk.
It is important that people at high flood-risk in your area shop around for the best insurance policy.
The External link on this page titled, Insurance, will take you to their website where you can find a list of participating insurers.
Historic Flood Events
Inverclyde Council records all historical flood events which have been reported. Data held helps the Council to be proactive in terms of identifying problem areas by reviewing where flood events are and prioritising by severity.
The Council's flood risk and design team work closely together to improve any known issues that directly impact the road or watercourse network.
Blocked Road Drainage
Road gullies are cleaned at least once a year but there are vulnerable areas where blockages can occur more regularly.
Flood alerts and warnings
Homeowners, who are within an area covered by SEPA flood monitoring, will be able to sign up to receive flood alerts for their local area. It is recommended that property owners register and become aware of potential flooding risk due to rainfall events.
Follow the External link on this page titled, Floodline, to register.
Flood Risk
It is property owner’s responsibility to manage your own flood risk and protect yourself, your family, home and business. Being prepared by knowing what to do and who to contact if flooding happens, can help you reduce the damage and disruption flooding can have on your life.
Inverclyde Council maintain the road gullies and Transport Scotland maintain Trunk road assets.
Flood Risk Assessment & Drainage Impact Assessment: Planning Guidance for Developers
This guidance has been produced by Inverclyde Council to assist developers and consulting engineers produce Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and Drainage Impact Assessments (DIA). In an attempt to reduce the amount of flooding which affects new developments, National Policies and the Local Development Plan (LDP) now require additional information and evidence, including Flood Risk Assessment and Drainage Impact Assessment, to accompany planning applications. By following this guidance it is anticipated that submitted assessments will be comprehensive, clear and concise.
Inverclyde Council now operate a mandatory self-certification scheme for any residential development comprising more than 5 dwellings, and for industrial or commercial developments of more than 250m2. The scheme requirements are set out in the document link on this page, titled Guidance.