Flood consequences assessments: climate change allowances
Publication Year
2026
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Comprises guidance on flood consequences assessments (FCAs) for areas at risk of flooding, which should incorporate data on projected increases to peak river flows and sea level rise resulting from climate change. Applies to all planning applications and development plans submitted from 1 April 2026.
Document History
Last updated: 20 March 2026. Document type: guidance. First published: 27 September 2021.
Publisher Information
Welsh Government
The Welsh Government is the devolved government for Wales. They publish a number of strategies, policies, consultation papers, circulars, leaflets and posters. Previously known as Welsh Assembly Government.
