Drainage Build Over Agreements in
Shepshed
Extending over or near a public sewer in Shepshed needs approval from Severn Trent Water, entirely separate from planning permission itself. Getting the structural detail right the first time keeps this fast, without cutting corners.
Get StartedUnderstanding Shepshed’s Build Over Requirements
Getting Severn Trent Water’s approval for a Shepshed build over agreement means submitting real structural detail, not just a general description, showing exactly how the foundation design accounts for the sewer’s presence.
For some Shepshed projects a CCTV survey forms part of that submission, for others it doesn’t, Severn Trent Water’s requirement depends on the individual site. We’re upfront about which applies before any work starts.
We keep Shepshed clients clear on the distinction, Severn Trent Water’s build over approval and planning permission are two separate, real requirements, and missing either causes genuine problems later.
CCTV Survey Arranged
Where it’s genuinely required, not as standard
Structural Detail
Foundation design that actually satisfies the sewer body
Design Detail
Drawings that match what’s actually built
Fast Turnaround
Without cutting corners on the detail
How We Help in Shepshed
For Shepshed projects, we establish the real picture first, exactly where the sewer runs, what’s being proposed, and what Severn Trent Water’s specific requirements are for a site like this.
Once that’s clear, the submission gets built around what Severn Trent Water will actually assess, with a CCTV survey arranged only where it’s genuinely called for.
Given how much attention to detail Severn Trent Water expects for a Shepshed build over approval, we stay engaged throughout, right up to a decision.
The Careful Approach To Shepshed Build Over Agreements
We give Severn Trent Water exactly the structural and design detail they need for a Shepshed project, not a generic submission that risks queries and delay.
Being honest about whether a Shepshed project needs a CCTV survey, rather than assuming either way, keeps both cost and timeline realistic.
Whatever a Shepshed project actually involves, structural detail, design detail, or both, we prepare it properly for Severn Trent Water from the outset.
Getting architectural drawings prepared for a Shepshed extension? Worth flagging early if the sewer route affects the design.
Get Your Build Over Agreement Started
Drainage Build Over Agreement FAQs for Shepshed
Do I need planning permission and a build over agreement for Shepshed?
They’re two real, distinct requirements. Shepshed projects near a public sewer often need both planning permission and separate approval from Severn Trent Water.
Do I always need a CCTV survey for a Shepshed build over agreement?
It genuinely varies. Where the sewer’s route and condition are already well documented, Severn Trent Water may not require one for Shepshed, otherwise we arrange it.
Who approves a build over agreement in Shepshed?
Yes, Severn Trent Water is the relevant sewerage company for Shepshed, and their approval is required before building over or near a public sewer.
What structural information does Severn Trent Water need for Shepshed?
Genuinely detailed, Severn Trent Water needs to see exactly how the foundation design for Shepshed accounts for the sewer’s presence, not a general description.
What’s a realistic timeline for Severn Trent Water to approve a Shepshed project?
Fast turnaround for Shepshed genuinely depends on the submission being right the first time, which is why the detail matters so much.
Does the initial assessment for Shepshed cost anything?
The initial Shepshed consultation is free, you’ll know the real requirements before committing to anything further.