Drainage Build Over Agreements in
Solihull
A Solihull extension crossing a public sewer route needs sign-off from Severn Trent Water before work starts. It’s a real, separate approval, and getting the detail right the first time is what keeps the whole thing fast.
Get StartedWhat Severn Trent Water Actually Needs To See For Solihull
Getting Severn Trent Water’s approval for a Solihull 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 Solihull 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.
This approval runs alongside your Solihull planning permission, not instead of it, both are genuinely needed for a project that involves building near a public sewer.
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 Solihull
For Solihull 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.
Once submitted, we track your Solihull application with Severn Trent Water closely, since fast turnaround only works if nothing gets left to chase.
The Careful Approach To Solihull Build Over Agreements
Attention to detail matters more here than almost anywhere else, Severn Trent Water genuinely scrutinises the structural picture for Solihull projects near a sewer.
Being honest about whether a Solihull project needs a CCTV survey, rather than assuming either way, keeps both cost and timeline realistic.
Every Solihull enquiry gets handled with the attention to detail Severn Trent Water expects, not rushed just to hit a fast turnaround.
Need structural calculations for a Solihull build near a sewer? The structural detail for both genuinely overlaps, worth handling together.
Get Your Build Over Agreement Started
Drainage Build Over Agreement FAQs for Solihull
Do I need planning permission and a build over agreement for Solihull?
They’re two real, distinct requirements. Solihull projects near a public sewer often need both planning permission and separate approval from Severn Trent Water.
When does Severn Trent Water require a CCTV inspection in Solihull?
Not always, it depends on the specific site. Severn Trent Water sometimes requires a CCTV survey for Solihull projects to confirm the sewer’s exact route and condition, but not as a blanket rule.
Who approves a build over agreement in Solihull?
In Solihull, Severn Trent Water handles this specific approval, entirely separate from your local council’s planning process.
How detailed do my Solihull drawings need to be for build over approval?
Severn Trent Water expects real structural detail for Solihull submissions, showing precisely how the build interacts with the sewer beneath or beside it.
How long does build over approval take in Solihull?
Timelines vary by workload, but a properly prepared Solihull submission to Severn Trent Water moves faster than one that needs revisions.
Does the initial assessment for Solihull cost anything?
The initial Solihull consultation is free, you’ll know the real requirements before committing to anything further.