With the deluge of rain that the UK has witnessed over the past couple of months, flooding to certain properties alongside coastal regions and rivers have flooded. In some cases, such as homes and business in Cumbria have flooded four times in just two months. Having to deal with the clean up, the loss of possessions, and the stress every time an unprecedented amount of rain falls is not ideal.
The recent floods which have devastated vast areas of the UK may prompt buyers to think twice about purchasing a property in a flood risk area.
The recent floods which have devastated vast areas of the UK may prompt buyers to think twice about purchasing a property in a flood risk area.
With the introduction of greener homes, known as 'eco homes' and the prospect of floating homes. Could this be the way forward for housing along prone to flooding areas? One man thinks so. Pete Bennison has put forward plans for his high-tech floating eco home, which will be moored on the River Ouse.
He has said - "Rather than feeling like camping, the boat will feel like a proper house"
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