Decision details

The Committee gave consideration to a report which sought approval of the draft Highland and Argyll Local Flood Risk Management Plan Cycle 2 and endorsement of the summary of actions identified to be taken forward by the Council, noting the status of the funding arrangements.

Decision

The Environment, Development and Infrastructure Committee –

1.    approved the content of the Highland and Argyll Local Flood Risk Management Plan which would allow publication by the Lead Local Authorities (LLA) (The Highland Council) to take place by 31 December 2022;

2.    noted that the approval of the Clyde and Loch Lomond Local Flood Risk Management Plans (LFRMP) would be agreed at the Clyde and Loch Lomond Local Plan District (LPD) Joint Committee; and

3.    noted that progression of the schemes and studies were subject to appropriate funding being in place from the Scottish Government and the Council. 

(Reference:  Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services dated December 2022, submitted)