Stormwater - 11 June 2026
Stormwater design requirements for Sunshine Coast developments
Key stormwater design issues for Sunshine Coast development planning and approvals.
Stormwater is rarely just a pipe size
Development stormwater design can involve lawful points of discharge, overland flow, detention, water quality and impacts on neighbouring land.
Local context matters
Sunshine Coast sites can involve coastal rainfall patterns, constrained infill lots, steep sites, flood overlays and sensitive downstream environments.
Better inputs, better approvals
Survey, planning conditions, proposed levels and architectural layouts all influence whether drainage can be resolved cleanly.
FAQ
Common question
Should stormwater be reviewed during feasibility?
Yes. Stormwater constraints can influence yield, levels, infrastructure costs and approval risk, so early review is usually worthwhile.
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