New development advice

Get advice on sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and our Adoption Policy

What are SuDS and How are they Designed?

What SuDS are, the benefits, and the methods and techniques used to manage them

You can use our SuDS design guide if you're a developer, a consultant, or a designer looking for information about designing SuDS in Essex

How to apply for SuDS in Essex and what supporting documents to include with your application.