Emma Speers Architects

17/08/2026

21/07/2026

🚧 Think planning permission means you’re ready to build? Think again…

Many people believe that once planning permission is approved, the hard part is over. In reality, it’s only the beginning.

There are a number of additional applications and approvals that may be required before and during your build, and many people don’t realise these are separate from your planning permission and Building Control approval.

These can include:

✅ Building Control applications
✅ Consent to Discharge applications for wastewater treatment plants or septic tanks (a separate application from Building Control)
✅ Schedule 6 applications for the discharge of storm water
✅ Mains water connection applications
✅ Drainage designs and supporting information

Missing one of these requirements can cause unnecessary delays, additional costs, and hold up your project.

At Drainage Design Ltd, we look after the entire process, helping you navigate each stage with confidence. From planning support through to the final approvals, our experienced team ensures your applications are completed correctly and submitted on time.

Don’t let paperwork delay your build, let us take care of it for you.

📞 Emma: 07591 966767
📞 Andrew: 07763 686619

🌐 www.drainage-design.co.uk

📩 Get in touch today to discuss your project.

18/07/2026

🏡 Planning a Self-Build or New Development?

The right drainage advice at the start of your project can save time, money, and unnecessary planning delays.

At Drainage Design Ltd, you’re supported by an experienced in-house team including a

👉🏻Drainage Consultant,
👉🏻Environmental Engineer, and
👉🏻Architect.

With years of expertise, we can advise on both planning and drainage requirements, ensuring the right solution for your site from day one.

Whether you need a site assessment, percolation test, wastewater system design, planning drawings, or building control information, you’re in safe hands.

📞 Emma: 07591 966767
📞 Andrew: 07763 686619

🌐 www.drainage-design.co.uk

📩 Get in touch to discuss your project.

18/06/2026

The Rural Micro Capital Grants Scheme NOW OPEN!!

Capital grants between £500 and £2,500 will be available to rural voluntary and community organisations and Social Economy Enterprises to fund projects tackling locally identified issues of poverty and/or social isolation. The Scheme is funded from DAERA’s Tackling Rural Poverty and Social Isolation (TRPSI) Programme.

Projects must focus on one of the following themes:
• Energy Efficiency or Environmental Improvements.
• Modernisation (of building(s) or assets)
• Information Communication Technology (ICT)
• Health and Wellbeing

The scheme is being delivered by Rural Support Networks on behalf of DAERA. Applicants to the Scheme will be required to provide a minimum of 15% match-funding.
The Scheme closes for applications 12.00pm midday on Monday 22nd June 2026.

See The Link below for applicants to apply:

https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/services/rural-micro-capital-grants-scheme-rmcgs-202627

Please remember, this is an online application only.

CDRCN will be holding online information workshops (not compulsory) for applicants from Ards & North Down, Lisburn & Castlereagh and Newry Mourne & Down Councils on Wednesday 27th May 2026 at 7pm and Tuesday 2nd June 2026 at 10.30am
To register email [email protected]

Please Contact your local CDRCN Team member if you need further assistance
Tel: 028 4461 2311
Email: [email protected]

26/05/2026

Drone survey and aerial photography carried out yesterday at St Jude’s, Camlough - on what was officially the hottest May bank holiday on record. ☀️

Despite years of ivy growth and weathering, the historic listed structure still stands tall and prominent within the Camlough landscape on Church Rock Road.

The aerial survey captured the remarkable setting of the ruin and will help inform the next stage of feasibility and conservation work for the site.

A fascinating building with an enduring presence overlooking Camlough.

15/05/2026

🚧 Exciting developments coming soon at Drainage Design Ltd 🚧

Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be introducing a range of new drainage products and solutions designed to support modern developments with practical, efficient, and cost-effective drainage systems.

We’re looking forward to sharing more information on the latest products, applications, and how they can benefit residential and commercial projects alike.

Keep an eye on our page for updates, product spotlights, and new service information coming soon 👀

🌐 www.drainage-design.co.uk
📧 [email protected]
📞 07591 966767

26/04/2026

Stay Safe Everyone!....just when we need some rain