How to apply for a Permit

Companies carrying out processes that could potentially cause emissions to either air, land or water must be licensed.

Please click here for a list of the type of processes which require a licence..(pdf file)

Legislation was introduced in 2000, known as the Pollution Prevention and Control (England & Wales) Regulations 2000.This has now been replaced by The Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2007. Processes are  issued with a Permit and when they are inspected to assess compliance with their Permit conditions they are also given a risk rating of  high, medium or low. The legislation has also brought more processes under regulatory control.

More information about The Environmental Permitting (England & Wales)  Regulations 2007 is available on the Defra website at www.defra.gov.uk/environment/ppc/index.htm (page will open in a new window).

Application forms

Application forms are available by clicking here. Please return 3 copies of your completed application form, together with the appropriate fee, to the Environmental Protection Team, West Wiltshire District Council, Bradley Road, Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 0RD.

For advice on completing the application forms or the regulations please contact the Environmental Protection team on 01225 776655

Fees

Fees for permits are set by Central Government. You are advised to contact Environmental Protection on 01225 776655 to confirm the current fee before submitting your application.

Click here to view information about fees (pdf file).