Industrial Air Pollution Control
Introduction
How does the Council control air
pollution from industry?
Do I need a Permit?
How do I apply for a
Permit?
Further Information
Introduction
Operators of a range of mainly industrial processes must apply to
the Council or Environment Agency for permit under the Pollution
Prevention and Control Act 1999. The requirement covers existing as
well as new processes. The Pollution Control Section carries out
this service.
There are three levels of control:
- Part A1 Controlled by the Environment Agency
- Part A2 Controlled by Wyre Forest District Council
- Part B Controlled by Wyre Forest District Council
For more information on these controls visit the DEFRA website.
How does the Council control air pollution from industry?
When the Permit is granted, the Pollution Control Section will
attach conditions to the Permit to minimise the emission of
pollutants. This may include requirements for:
- pollution control equipment (equipment used to remove or reduce
pollution to the environment)
- routine monitoring (conducted by permit holder)
- prescribe the heights of chimneys
- conditions monitored by regular visits and inspections
- other measures designed to make emissions harmless to the
environment.
Once a Permit is granted, the licence is issued to the applicant
and a copy is placed on the Public Register.
View the
Public Register of Part B processes 
(35K). Should you wish to view a Permit in
detail, please contact the
Pollution Control Section.
Do I need a Permit?
Examples of processes that are commonly regulated by Councils in
the UK:
Animal and plant treatment
Asbestos
Ceramic
Combustion
Cement and lime
Coating manufacture
Coating
Di-isocyanate
Glass
Incinerators
Iron and steel
Maggot breeding
Mineral
Non-ferrous
Petrol Filling Stations
Rubber
Timber
Waste Oil Burners
For further advice on whether a Permit is required, please contact
the Pollution Control Section.
How do I apply for a Permit?
Contact the
Pollution Control Section to arrange an informal meeting
or:
Apply for an environmental permit part A2.
Apply for an environmental permit part B.
Apply to change an environmental permit.
Further Information
Fees
and Charges 2009 - 2010 (87K)
Pay the annual subsistence charge online.