New Abstraction Charges [UK]

The Environment Agency has published an updated charging scheme for Abstraction Licenses. The updated pricing structure is applicable from April…

The Environment Agency has published an updated charging scheme for Abstraction Licenses. The updated pricing structure is applicable from April 2016 to March 2017.

The charges are detailed regionally as in previous years.

The Abstraction Charging Scheme document and an Abstraction Charges Calculator is available, as well as various related guidance:

Abstract or impound water guidance

Taking water from a surface source or from an underground source is called abstraction. By taking more than 20 cubic meters a day, you will almost certainly need an abstraction licence from the Environment Agency. If you abstract or impound water or plan to do so, you may need to apply for an abstraction or impoundment licence.

Apply for a water abstract or impound license guidance

Guidance and forms to apply for a water abstraction or impoundment licence.

Managing your water abstraction or impound license guidance

“The Environment Agency charges abstraction licence holders to fund the costs they incur in ensuring water resources are managed effectively while protecting the environment. Most licences require you to accurately measure and report the quantity of water you abstract.”

For further detailed information on any applicable charge changes refer to the scheme documents.

Sources :

Statutory Guidance: Abstraction Charges Scheme published by the Environment Agency on its webpage on 1st April 2016.

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