Water Neutrality & Horsham District Council
In Horsham District, water neutrality is now a critical requirement for obtaining planning permission, especially since Natural England issued guidance in 2021 requiring that all new developments in the Sussex North Water Supply Zone demonstrate no increase in water demand. This has created new challenges—but also new opportunities—for developers seeking to unlock stalled projects.
At H2Ogeo, we specialise in delivering Water Neutrality Statements that comply with Horsham District Council’s policies and Natural England’s Habitats Regulations guidance, helping our clients move forward with confidence.
Why Water Neutrality Matters in Horsham
Horsham District lies within the Sussex North Water Supply Zone, where water abstraction from the River Arun may impact internationally protected habitats. To protect these sensitive ecosystems, all planning applications for major and minor developments now require a clear water neutrality strategy.
Without a credible Water Neutrality Statement, your application is likely to be delayed—or refused outright.
What Is Required by Horsham District Council
To meet the requirements of Horsham District Council (HDC) and Natural England, a Water Neutrality Statement must:
Quantify existing and proposed water use based on detailed data and assumptions.
Incorporate ambitious water efficiency measures in all new dwellings or non-residential buildings.
Identify and evidence a deliverable offset strategy, such as retrofitting nearby housing stock or commercial buildings.
Include monitoring and governance plans to ensure long-term compliance.
How H2Ogeo Can Help
We offer a full-service solution to meet Horsham’s water neutrality requirements, including baseline assessments, forecasting, offsetting strategies and Water Neutrality Statements and Reporting for submission with your planning application.
Why Choose H2Ogeo for Horsham Projects?
Specialists in Sussex North and the Arun Valley catchment;
Proven track record with HDC and Natural England; and
Rapid turnaround and responsive planning support
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