Some waste activities require a Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) permit rather than a waste licence. Examples of these activities are:
These activities are described in more detail in Schedule 1, Section 5 of the PPC Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2003. Visit the Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) section of our site for guidance documents and application forms.
It can be difficult to figure out what activities fall under PPC regulation. Also, completing a PPC application can be a complex process. For these reasons, we recommend that you contact us if you are unsure.
You can call Stephanie McCauley on 028 9056 9441 or email stephanie.mccauley@doeni.gov.uk.