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High Court ruling allows houses on floodplains despite failed safety test
Original: Oh dear, loophole or intended policy it does look as though we really do not get risk very well do we? https://www. theg
A High Court decision in North Somerset means houses can be built on floodplains in Yatton even when they fail a flood-risk safety test. Commenters are criticising the ruling, arguing that whether it is a loophole or intended policy, it shows governments and planners fundamentally misunderstand how to handle flood risk as climate pressures grow.
Why now: The ruling has just been reported and raises concerns about building homes in areas at high risk of flooding.
High CourtNorth SomersetYattonThe Guardian
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