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The St Austell Bay Resilient Regeneration (StARR) project aims to reduce flood risk to communities living and working in the St Austell Bay area, particularly in Par and St. Blazey. The proposed scheme will bring additional benefits to the area by encouraging investment and making Par and St. Blazey a better place to work, live and play.
StARR Project on the 'Let's Talk Cornwall' website
We would normally hold information events in Par and St Blazey to show you the latest information about the project. The COVID-19 pandemic meant that we couldn't meet you safely face to face for a while. We developed this site to present the information and to help you to have your say.
What have we been up to?
Since the public information event in June 2019 we have:
appointed two staff to help manage overall delivery and our European funding compliance
secured £7.8m of European funding for StARR, bringing the total to £34m
been developing outline designs for our Urban Infrastructure sites and detailed design for our works alongside the Par River (main river works)
held a workshop for community leaders to help shape the use of open space around some of our sites and possible landscaping of the proposed ponds and rain gardens
submitted sites for planning permission based on outline design and detailed designs
launched a project newsletter and posted newsflashes to help keep you informed of key project development
partnered with the University of Exeter and Westcountry Rivers Trust to develop habitat plans near Lower Molinnis and to engage with landowners across the Par River catchment, and
commissioned the first part of a long-term Adaptation Plan (post 25 year StARR lifespan) to help the community develop and adapt to the challenges of climate change.
Flooding and climate change
Cornwall Council declared a climate emergency in January 2019. Climate change is causing more intense storms, rising sea levels and extreme flooding. Cornwall is particularly susceptible to flood risk and coastal erosion. You can read more on Cornwall Council's climate change website. The StARR project aims to reduce the flood risk in Par and St Blazey in the short term. A longer term plan will be developed with your help, allowing your community to find new ways to adapt to flooding.
European Regional Development Fund The project is receiving £7.8 million of funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) is the Managing Authority for ERDF. Established by the European Union ERDF funds help local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding.
The St Austell Bay Resilient Regeneration (StARR) project aims to reduce flood risk to communities living and working in the St Austell Bay area, particularly in Par and St. Blazey. The proposed scheme will bring additional benefits to the area by encouraging investment and making Par and St. Blazey a better place to work, live and play.
StARR Project on the 'Let's Talk Cornwall' website
We would normally hold information events in Par and St Blazey to show you the latest information about the project. The COVID-19 pandemic meant that we couldn't meet you safely face to face for a while. We developed this site to present the information and to help you to have your say.
What have we been up to?
Since the public information event in June 2019 we have:
appointed two staff to help manage overall delivery and our European funding compliance
secured £7.8m of European funding for StARR, bringing the total to £34m
been developing outline designs for our Urban Infrastructure sites and detailed design for our works alongside the Par River (main river works)
held a workshop for community leaders to help shape the use of open space around some of our sites and possible landscaping of the proposed ponds and rain gardens
submitted sites for planning permission based on outline design and detailed designs
launched a project newsletter and posted newsflashes to help keep you informed of key project development
partnered with the University of Exeter and Westcountry Rivers Trust to develop habitat plans near Lower Molinnis and to engage with landowners across the Par River catchment, and
commissioned the first part of a long-term Adaptation Plan (post 25 year StARR lifespan) to help the community develop and adapt to the challenges of climate change.
Flooding and climate change
Cornwall Council declared a climate emergency in January 2019. Climate change is causing more intense storms, rising sea levels and extreme flooding. Cornwall is particularly susceptible to flood risk and coastal erosion. You can read more on Cornwall Council's climate change website. The StARR project aims to reduce the flood risk in Par and St Blazey in the short term. A longer term plan will be developed with your help, allowing your community to find new ways to adapt to flooding.
European Regional Development Fund The project is receiving £7.8 million of funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) is the Managing Authority for ERDF. Established by the European Union ERDF funds help local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding.
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StARR Project concept film - 2016
Overview of the St Austell Bay Resilient Regeneration (StARR) project which aims to reduce flood risk in the Par and St Blazey community
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A new type of river management is coming
Hear about a new approach to river management to help manage flooding, improve the environment and create wildlife habitat
Credit: Sauvons l'eau and the Environment Agency
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Ever wondered where the rain goes? (Sustainable Drainage animation)
An animated video showing how Sustainable Drainage Solutions (SuDS) can help manage water
Credit: susdrain
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High Water Common Ground natural flood management project
A film about flooding, the High Water Common Ground project and what we can all do
Credit: High Water Film
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Introduction to NFM in Weardale
Hear how a pilot project uses natural flood management features across 100km2 area of Weardale to reduce the risk of flooding to 141 properties and create a haven for wildlife to thrive.
Credit: Environment Agency TV
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Community sustainable drainage system projects on the River Wandle
Hear how the London Wildlife Trust and the Living Wandle Landscape Partnership are engaging communities in managing rain water and creating wildlife habitat.
Credit: London Wildlife Trust
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Create a rain garden - large/community area
Ideas for harvesting rain water and creating a more diverse space and wildlife habitat - slow it, spread it, sink it
Credit: SustainableWorld
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Opportunities to manage water in the Environment Agency's Challenges and Choices consultation
Have Your Say on water management in the Environment Agency's Challenges and Choices consultation: https://consult.environment-agency.gov.uk/environment-and-business/challenges-and-choices/
Credit: Environment Agency TV
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StARR Community Landscape Webinar 1 - Bull Engine Park & St Austell Road meeting recording
Recording of the 17 November 2020 StARR Community Landscape Webinar discussing proposals at the Bull Engine Park and St Austell Road flood measure sites
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StARR Community Landscape Webinar 2 - Aberdeen Close and St Blazey ponds meeting recording
Recording of the 19 November 2020 StARR Community Landscape Webinar discussing proposals at the Aberdeen Close and St Blazey ponds flood measure sites
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StARR Community Landscape Webinar 3 - Ponts Mill meeting recording
Recording of the 24 November 2020 StARR Community Landscape Webinar discussing proposals at the Ponts Mill flood measure site
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StARR - Bull Engine Park flood basin construction
A short video showing construction vehicles and activity constructing the new flood storage basin at Bull Engine Park, St Blazey in April 2021
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StARR - Bull Engine Park flood basin liner construction
A short video showing construction activity laying the new flood storage basin liner at Bull Engine Park, St Blazey in April 2021
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StARR - Bull Engine Park flood basin site aerial video
Drone footage of the site clearance at Bull Engine Park, St Blazey in April 2021