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Detailed Sequential and Exception Tests for Planning Applications
Our sequential tests combined in our excellent flood risk expertise with highly experienced planning consultants
Sequential Test Planning Services
Fast and reputable sequential and exception tests for your planning application. Our evidence approach method that gives the best change of obtaining planning permission
We combined in our excellent flood risk expertise with highly experienced planning and flood risk consultants to create the most reputable sequential and exception tests for your planning application
The sequential test is typically required as part of the planning process when determining whether development in areas at risk of flooding is appropriate. It works alongside broader planning requirements that establish when a flood risk assessment is necessary in the first place.
If you are unsure whether your project triggers these requirements, see our guidance on when a flood risk assessment is required, which explains the key thresholds and scenarios in more detail.
Our Clients
Sequential Tests Planning
We help clients to apply the Sequential Test to site selection early in the planning process, this has avoided unnecessary costs and delays to their planning applications. We have also worked with client with short deadlines.
- Meets the local and national planning policies
- Keeps you site in mind while challenging the local authority on the requirements of the sequential test
- Enables you to make informed changes to the design and achieve planning
- Meets your deadline
The benefits of using our sequential tests for your planning application
- We systematically assess and compare your development against different sites
- Reduced the time and costs associated with delayed planning applications
- Our approach is based on evidence and experience
- Use of latest data on flooding and planning portal information
- Fixed price
Our Sequential Test Methodology
The flood risk assessment methodology includes:
- Task 1 - Identify the alternative sites to be tested. This work is done by reviewing the council’s Policy documents and planning approvals and by determining the base line parameters for comparable sites.
- Task 2 - Flood Zone Identification and evaluation of flooding from other sources
- Task 3 - Determine the reasonably available sites.
- Task 4 - Take into account other factors such as employment land requirement, transport and services.