The Guardian Australia – Business
·business
·1 hour ago
Why do we keep building on land at risk of flooding?
One in nine new homes built in England are constructed on flood-risk land, often within planning regulations, according to an Aviva study. Developers profit from building on cheaper flood-prone properties while homeowners bear insurance and damage costs. The practice highlights gaps in planning systems that permit development despite environmental hazards.
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