Groundwater
Groundwater is a valuable resource
in Scotland. In order to meet the objectives of The Water Framework Directive, it is
important to consider how developments may impact upon groundwater.
Our Policy 19
Groundwater Protection Policy for Scotland 
(1.9mb) sets out how groundwater should be
considered when assessing development proposals.
Planning Advice Notes
Planning Advice Notes (PANS) provide advice on good
practice and information.
SEPA policy and guidance
The Groundwater section of the
website provides further guidance on groundwater and planning.
Regulatory and best practice advice
Further information, advice and guidance on groundwater can also
be found in the Groundwater section of
the website.