The effects of tailor-made flood risk advice for homeowners in Flanders, Belgium. Issue 5 (4th July 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Davids, Peter; Boelens, Luuk; Tempels, Barbara
• Is Part Of: Water international. Volume 44:Issue 5(2019)
• Page Start: 539
• Page End: 553
• Publication Date: 2019-07-04
• Subjects: Flood risk management -- multi-layered water safety -- tailor-made advice -- residents -- Belgium; Water -- Periodicals; Water-supply -- Periodicals; 333.9105
• DOI: 10.1080/02508060.2019.1614251
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0250-8060

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Although flood risk management is traditionally regarded as a governmental responsibility, homeowners in Flanders (Belgium) have a crucial role in flood risk reduction. With this in mind, the Flanders Environment Agency executed a pilot study in which homeowners were offered free tailor-made advice on floodproofing. To evaluate the advice, we conducted interviews and a survey of the participating homeowners. On this basis we conclude that, to improve the homeowner's contribution towards more effective flood-resilient (peri-)urban areas, there is a need for a more relational approach with other stakeholders.