Trade Effluent Consent
If your business discharges waste liquid to public sewers, you may need a trade effluent consent
Understanding Trade Effluent charges
Charges for discharging Trade Effluent into public sewers can be complex, they vary quite widely depending on your region, and they can be significant. If you're making your first application for consent, it's best to check the charge rates in your area before making your application. If you're unsure about anything, feel free to email us at tradeeffluent@business-stream.co.uk in advance of your application for guidance.
How to apply
To apply for consent, or change your existing consent, please download the relevant application form below and complete it online. Please send your completed application form to tradeeffluent@business-stream.co.uk
If you'd prefer to send your application back to us via post, please send to Trade Effluent team, Business Stream, PO Box 17381, Edinburgh, EH12 1GT.
What happens next?
We’ll process your application as quickly as we can. To ensure a hassle-free process, it’s important to complete all required fields on your application form and that any relevant attachments are provided, including any drainage drawings.
Your wholesaler will contact you directly to issue your consent. You’ll be kept in the loop during the process and if you have any questions please contact us.
When you have consent, your charges for waste water will change – you can get in touch with us to find out more.
We’re fully committed to improving our environmental performance and are certified to ISO 14001:2015. You can find out more in our environmental policy. Our Solutions team are certified to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.
