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STORM REPORTS


Design with water in mind, before you build

Understand how water will move through your site
and avoid costly issues before construction begins

 

A Stormwater Report helps you understand how rainwater will behave on your site before anything is built.
From drainage and overland flow to on site detention and compliance, it ensures your design works with water, not against it.
Used by architects and developers across Australia to make better design decisions early.

WHAT IS A STORMWATER REPORT

 

A Stormwater Report is an engineering assessment that evaluates how rainwater flows across a site and how it should be managed.

It considers factors such as site levels, surface types, drainage design and local council requirements.

The goal is simple
to ensure water is safely managed without causing flooding, erosion or downstream impact

 

 

DO I NEED A STORMWATER REPORT 

 

Not every project requires a detailed stormwater assessment

However, most residential and commercial developments will need one when submitting for approval

You will likely need a Stormwater Report if your project includes

  • new dwellings or extensions
  • changes to site levels or hard surfaces
  • areas prone to flooding or runoff
  • council requirements for drainage or detention

When water cannot be managed through simple design rules, a stormwater assessment becomes essential.

 

Have a project in mind? We can review your plans and guide you.

 

 

WHAT DOES A STORMWATER REPORT SOLVE

 

Stormwater design is not just about compliance

It helps prevent real problems later

 

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A well designed system will

  • control runoff across the site
  • reduce risk of flooding or ponding
  • protect neighbouring properties
  • integrate drainage with your architecture
  • meet council requirements without redesign

Understanding this early helps avoid delays, redesign and unexpected costs

 

 

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO PROVIDE 

 

To complete a Stormwater Report we typically require

  • architectural drawings or site plans
  • existing and proposed levels
  • details of hard surfaces and landscaping
  • drainage layout if available

If not everything is ready, we can guide you through what is needed

 

 

 

TIME AND COST

 

The time and cost of a Stormwater Report depend on the size and complexity of the project

Simple residential projects can often be completed within a few days
More complex sites may require additional modelling and coordination

We recommend submitting your plans early so we can provide a clear scope and timeframe

 

 

 

WORK WITH CERTIFIED ENERGY

 

With extensive experience across councils and site conditions, our team provides practical stormwater solutions that work in the real world

We focus on clear outcomes
not just meeting requirements, but helping your project move forward smoothly

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Design with water in mind, before you build

Understand how your site will perform in real conditions
and move forward with clarity

 

Talk to our team