Surface Water Drainage and Flooding

Flood risk is a key consideration in preparing a Local Area Plan. The Flood Risk Guidelines seek to ensure that development avoids flood risk, substitute less vulnerable uses when avoidance is not possible, and mitigate and manage the risk where avoidance and substitution are not possible. The National Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) mapping, published by the Office of Public Works, has identified Flood Zones in Adare. Presently work is underway on the preparation of a Flood Relief Scheme for the village.

 Q. What areas have experienced flooding in the village?

Q. What measures can be taken to avoid or prevent flooding?