Thats what they mentioned when I asked them the down pipe on the front pillar was not mentioned in my plans. I feel your pain as it is a bigger problem than mine. Mine was just cosmetic. We signed the contracts and cut our hands for the location of down pipes. But I think it is common sense. I have not seen any house flooding from heavy rain. Not sure why it is required.
I wont be recommending AW to my friends or known ones for sure.
I said to my husband yesterday that they obviously don't want repeat customers. If it is possible for other builders to build a more attractive house facade then why would we return to Allworth. Aesthetics are very important to us.I wonder if it is something we can get a plumber to change after handover if my husband has no luck today talking to them.