Environmental permits
Some industrial processes have the potential to cause pollution. You must have a permit to operate them.
There are currently 3 types of processes:
Part A1 processes
These have the potential to cause pollution. They're regulated by the Environment Agency.
Part A2 processes
These have the potential to cause pollution. They're regulated by local authorities.
Part B processes
These have the potential to cause only air pollution. They're inspected and regulated by local authorities
Examples of Part B processes include:
- vehicle re-spraying
- dry cleaning and
- the unloading (delivery) of petrol
We are responsible for authorising and inspecting all Part B processes. This is also referred to as Local Authority Pollution Prevention and Control (LAPPC).
If you hold an Environmental Permit, you'll need to pay an annual fee known as a subsistence fee.
These fees are set each year by DEFRA.
Applying for a Part B permit
If you operate a Part B process that requires a permit, you must:
- submit an application to us
- pay the appropriate fee
We will then issue a permit under government guidance.
You must follow the conditions of a permit and they will be subject to inspection.
Download the Part B Application form (MS Word)
Surrendering a Part B permit
If the process that requires the permit is no longer operational, you'll need to submit a form surrendering the permit.
Download the Part B Surrender form (MS Word)
Variations
If there is a change to the process, a Variation Notice may need to be issued. You can contact the Pollution Control Team for advice, by:
- sending an email to our environmental health team
- calling us on 0208 770 5000
Transfers
If the process is remaining operational but there is a change to the operator, the current permit holder is required to submit the details on a Transfer form.
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