Cheltenham – BRE 365 Soakaway Assessment

Clear Environmental completed a BRE 365 soakaway assessment at a 43-unit residential development in Cheltenham. Test results were issued on the same day, providing immediate clarity for the drainage strategy and keeping the project on schedule.
Cheltenham – BRE 365 Soakaway Assessment
Cheltenham – BRE 365 Soakaway Assessment

Overview

Clear Environmental was instructed to undertake a soakaway assessment in accordance with BRE 365 guidance at a proposed 43-unit residential development in Cheltenham. The purpose of the assessment was to confirm the infiltration potential of the underlying soils to inform the drainage design strategy.

Scope

  • Conduct site-based infiltration testing in accordance with BRE 365 methodology.
  • Measure infiltration rates and soil response under controlled testing conditions.
  • Assess the suitability of the ground conditions at the site for infiltration drainage.
  • Prepare and issue a factual and interpretive report presenting test results and analysis to inform the sustainable surface water drainage design.
Cheltenham – BRE 365 Soakaway Assessment
Cheltenham – BRE 365 Soakaway Assessment

Outcome

The soakaway assessment was successfully completed on-site, with infiltration rates recorded to BRE 365 standards. A clear factual and interpretive report was prepared and delivered to the client on the same day as testing, enabling the drainage designer to progress without delay. This rapid turnaround supported critical decision-making for the residential development’s design programme.

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