What You Need to Know About the Flood Risk Sequential Test

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Chris Patmore and Jonathan Morley, Technical Directors at RPS, join Emily McGee to unpack the sequential testing in flood risk assessment.
They discuss the evolution of sequential testing from the Flood and Water Management Act, its legal implications, and practical applications in flood risk management. Chris and Jonathan also share real-world case studies that highlight the importance of collaboration among engineers, planners, and local authorities.
Chris is a Technical Director with over 30 years of experience specialising in flood risk and sustainable drainage design for major infrastructure projects. His expertise spans residential development, rail, highways, petrochemical, and energy installations. Chris has experience in traffic studies, feasibility design, and environmental analysis of hydrology and traffic, particularly in performing NPPF sequential test analysis in collaboration with project planners.
Jonathan is an experienced project manager and hydrology expert who has authored numerous Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), and Surface Water Management Plans. His work adheres to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), Planning Practice Guidance (PPG), and SuDS guidance for various commercial, industrial, residential, and energy developments across the UK.
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