If your business activities could pollute air, water or land, increase flood risk, or affect land drainage, you’re likely to need an environmental permit. Operating without one when you should hold one is a criminal offence.
Our environmental consultants identify which permits, consents or exemptions apply to your operations, prepare and submit your application, and deal directly with regulatory bodies on your behalf. Several of our consultants have worked for regulatory bodies themselves, so they know what a compliant application needs to look like from both sides of the desk.
You’ll need a permit if your business operations could:
- Pollute the air, water or land.
- Increase flood risk.
- Adversely affect land drainage.
Key benefits of our Environmental Permit Application service
- Confirm your business holds the correct permit for its activities
- Identify which permit, consent or exemption applies to you
- Hands-on support through every stage of the application
- Expert guidance from consultants who’ve worked on both sides of the regulatory relationship
- A single point of contact liaising with the Environment Agency or your regulator
What to expect from our Environmental Permit Application service
Operating without a required permit is unlawful and can result in enforcement action. To give you peace of mind that your business holds the correct permits, our environmental consultants can:
- Identify the permits, discharge consents or exemptions required for your business activities and processes.
- Prepare and submit application forms and supporting documentation.
- Liaise with the relevant regulatory bodies on your behalf.
- Collate and produce a desktop site condition report.
- Carry out risk assessments (e.g. H1, Best Available Techniques).
- Develop odour and noise management plans.
There are a number of different permits and, depending on your activity and the pollution risk, you’ll need to apply to the relevant regulatory body (i.e. Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, the local authority or water authority). We can advise on the appropriate permit and guide you through the entire application process, including demonstrating that you have the necessary policies and procedures in place to protect the environment and meet the conditions of your permit.
Our service is delivered by a team of environmental experts, including consultants with experience working for and with regulatory bodies, who will ensure your business operates with the correct permit — leaving you free to concentrate on your core activities.
