There is a variety of methods available to ensure that your paving drains properly, for example draining into a lawn or soakaway. Correct drainage of paving is a requirement for planning permission. See our guide on planning permission for paving for more information.
Ivybridge
Ivybridge is a small town and civil parish in the South Hams, in Devon, England. It lies about 9 miles (14.5 kilometres) east of Plymouth. It is at the southern extremity of Dartmoor, a National Park of England and Wales and sits along the A38 'Devon Expressway' road. According to the 2011 Census, the town has a permanent population of around 11851 people. Detailed in records as early as the 13th century, Ivybridge's early history is marked by its status as an essential crossing-point over the River Erme on the Exeter-to-Plymouth route. In the 16th century, mills were constructed making use of the River Erme's power. The parish of Saint John was formed in 1836, with Ivybridge becoming a civil parish in 1894. It came to be a town in 1977. The early urbanisation and development of Ivybridge primarily coincided with the Industrial Revolution. When the South Devon Railway Company set up its train route through Ivybridge in the 19th century, a paper mill was constructed in addition to it, which resulted in an increase in housing nearby. The paper mill closed in the beginning of the 21st century, after being in operation for over 150 years in the town, and the structures are being transformed to homes and shops. The shopping area is generally along Fore Street, with some little shops and restaurants located in the Glanvilles Mill shopping centre which is accessible from Fore Street. The shopping centre includes over 35 shops, that includes both regional and nationwide chain stores, as well as eateries and cafés. Although sometimes referred to as a dormitory town, many individuals work in the town itself, and farming continues to play an economic role for Ivybridge's hinterland. The area neighbouring Ivybridge is nearly totally farmland. For all of your home enhancements, make certain to identify dependable contractors in Ivybridge to make certain of quality.