Flooding

Update to services on 1st April 2026

Please be aware that from 1st April 2026 our advice services and ordinary watercourse consent processes will be changing. If you have any concerns regarding the impact these changes could have on your projects please contact us at FRM@eastsussex.gov.uk. 

What does ESCC do to manage flood risk?

Am I at flood risk and what can I do about it?

Who do I report flooding or drainage problems to?

Who owns a stream or ditch? Can I make changes to it?

Apply for ordinary watercourse consent (OWC) from us

Do you provide advice for planning applications?

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