Consultees and Legislation

To help us assess the development for flood risks, we consult with relevant bodies including the Environment Agency and Devon County Council.

Statutory Consultees

Consultee Notes

Devon County Council: Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA)

Major applications, but can comment on all applications.

Environment Agency

Works near main rivers, Flood zones and Critical drainage Areas (CDA).

Internal Drainage board

All applications


Non-Statutory Consultees

Consultee Notes

South West Water

Comment on capacity and connection to their system


Legislation

Applications will be assessed against the following legislation: