Land contamination

Some activities subject to planning may also require an Environmental Permit.  Advice may be given by the planning consultees who respond to the planning application as to whether a permit is required for your activity. 

Note: The issuing of environmental permits is a separate process.  Granting of planning permission does not guarantee that a permit will be issued.

You may need to contact your Local Authority¹ if you require a Local Authority permit or Part B authorisation e.g. for use of mobile crushing and screening plant.

You may need an Environment Agency environmental permit or consent² for the development or any associated works.

You may also need a Materials Management Plan³ (MMP) for the management and reuse of excavated materials.

Other considerations and permissions

• Other considerations before you start work⁴
• Other permissions you may require⁵

1. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/find-your-local-planning-authority
2. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-advice-before-you-apply-for-an-environmental-permit
3. https://www.claire.co.uk/projects-and-initiatives/dow-cop/29-executing-dowcop-projects/116-materials-management-plan-mmp
4. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/responsibilities/other-considerations-before-you-start-work
5. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/responsibilities/other-permissions-you-may-require