Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems
At Rose Stone Resurfacing, we specialise in resin bound driveways that not only look stunning but also meet current sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS) regulations. This ensures your new surface is both legal and environmentally responsible.
If you’re planning a new driveway, patio, or outdoor surface, it’s important to make sure it’s SUDS compliant.
This diagram shows how a Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS) works beneath a resin-bound driveway. Rainwater passes through the permeable resin surface, filtering down into the sub-base and drainage stone layer below. This design allows water to naturally infiltrate the ground rather than running off into the street or overloading public drains.
What Does SUDS Stand For?
SUDS stands for Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems. It’s a modern approach to managing rainwater in a way that mimics natural drainage.
Rather than water running straight off hard, non-permeable surfaces like concrete or tarmac and overloading public drains, SUDS-compliant surfaces allow water to:
Soak through into the ground below
Filter naturally through the surface
Reduce the risk of flooding and water pollution
This approach is especially important in urban areas, where natural drainage is often restricted by buildings and roads.
Is Your Driveway SUDS Compliant?
In most cases, you won’t need planning permission for a new or replacement driveway if it’s designed to be SUDS compliant.
Resin bound driveways, when installed on a permeable sub-base, allow water to drain through the surface. This makes them fully compliant with Sustainable Urban Drainage System requirements and ideal for modern driveways.
Benefits include:
Natural water drainage
Reduced surface water runoff
Avoidance of planning delays
Lower environmental impact
Why Choose Rose Stone for a SUDS-Compliant Driveway?
We’ve installed hundreds of SUDS-compliant resin bound surfaces across the North West. Our team follows best practices to ensure your new driveway meets all drainage and building regulations.
What you get with Rose Stone Resurfacing:
✅ Fully permeable resin bound surfacing
✅ Installation on a compliant, porous base
✅ Long-lasting results that support sustainable drainage
✅ Friendly, expert advice at every step
SUDS vs Non-SUDS – What’s the Difference?
Not all driveways are created equal when it comes to drainage. Here’s how SuDS-compliant resin surfaces compare to traditional options like tarmac:
Drainage Method
SUDS-compliant surfaces: Water drains naturally through the surface into the ground.
Traditional surfaces: Water runs off into external drains, increasing pressure on local drainage systems.
Flood Risk
SUDS-compliant surfaces: Help reduce the risk of localised flooding by managing surface water on-site.
Traditional surfaces: Contribute to higher flood risk, especially during heavy rain.
Planning Permission
SUDS-compliant surfaces: Often don’t require planning permission as they support natural drainage.
Traditional surfaces: May require permission or additional drainage systems to meet regulations.
Urban Infrastructure Support
SUDS-compliant surfaces: Designed to work with modern Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems in towns and cities.
Traditional surfaces: Do not assist with urban drainage and can put strain on existing infrastructure.
Environmental Benefit
SUDS-compliant surfaces: Eco-friendly, allowing water to filter back into the ground and reducing pollution.
Traditional surfaces: Less environmentally responsible due to runoff and increased surface water.
Finance now Available for Driveway Resurfacing and Installations
Considering upgrading your driveway? Getting started might be more budget-friendly than you think. We provide flexible, interest-free finance options on all our resurfacing services, helping you spread the cost with ease.
If you’d like to learn more, we’re just a phone call away.