SUDS

Question 1

Lamb Drove Cambourne

Answer 1

cambridge - east england

Question 2

Sustainable urban drainage system

Answer 2

replication of natural drainage system within a built environment- hold back/ slow surface run off reducing risk of flooding

Question 3

techniques used

Answer 3

permeable paving
green roof
detention/ wetland basins
retention pond

Question 4

Benefits

Answer 4

improvements in biodiversity and QOL
improved water quality leaving the sites
construction cost savings approximately £11,000

Question 5

challenges

Answer 5

in high density developments, more likely to rely on special treatments of hard areas (increased cost)
need highly integrated project management and structured communications
need wider understanding of them
raised many perceived concerns with client groups
safety concerns