Environment Agency
The 2 new standard rules permits are available to apply for:
We received 6 responses to the consultation. However, not all respondents provided answers to all the questions.
Of the 6 responses we received:
Read the Standard rules permit consultation no 24: summary of consultation responses for the main findings and the actions we will take.
This consultation is about 2 new standard rules permits that will allow operators to:
These new standard rules permits are for small scale operators. They include a fire prevention plan to make sure operators comply with our fire prevention plan guidance.
They are supported by generic risk assessments. Generic risk assessments make sure that risks to the environment and human health are kept to a minimum.
We want your views on whether the proposed 2 new standard rules permits, fire prevention plans and generic risk assessments are appropriate to manage the risks of the permitted activities.
We will review your feedback and change our draft standard rules if appropriate.