Policy E2: Aviation Way Industrial Estate

Small parts to the south of this area, adjacent to Eastwood Brook, are within Flood Zones 2 & 3.

In order to determine this policy as sound, the sequential test of PPS25 must be applied. In order for the allocation to be appropriate, this test should demonstrate that there are no reasonably available sites in lower flood risk zones for this type of development.

If the allocation is carried forward to the final submission document without evidence that the sequential test has been applied, we would question the soundness of the allocation. If it can be demonstrated to be a an appropriate location for development, then site specific Flood Risk Assessments (FRA's) will be required to support all planning applications.

Where possible opportunities for redevelopment should be undertaken in the remaining part of the site that falls within flood zone 1.