Why Traditional Drainage Systems Are Failing Developers

Описание: How can developers reduce flood risk, avoid adoption issues, and unlock more usable land? In this episode of Hard Hat Talks, drainage specialist Frank O’Donnell breaks down why traditional SuDS are failing - and how a fully underground, zero-maintenance Tier 1 system is reshaping development across Scotland.

From climate-driven flooding to planning delays and system failures, this episode is essential listening for architects, developers, engineers, planners and anyone working in the built environment.

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✅ What You’ll Learn

Why climate change is driving intense local flooding

How Tier 1 SuDS work - and why Source Control is essential

The Scottish Water adoption issue (and how to overcome it)

How underground drainage frees up valuable land

Why early design engagement prevents costly redesigns

The real reasons drainage systems fail

The future of rainwater harvesting and water re-use

How CPD training can prevent common project mistakes

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✅ Timeline

00:10 – Green Water Dynamics overview
00:58 – Origin of the Tier 1 SuDS system
03:00 – How the system filters and releases water
11:15 – System lifespan, maintenance & early design involvement
20:38 – Industry challenges and the future of water re-use
33:04 – Why systems fail & the importance of pre-treatment
52:19 – How to access CPD training & contact details

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