Scrap Yard Licence
Paul Downing
A scrap yard licence is required if you wish to import (to your site) store and treat waste metals. The licence or environmental permit is issued by the Environment Agency. There are also strict conditions to comply with once it is issued.
A scrap yard licence is also known as a metal recycling permit. It can sometimes be referred to as an environmental permit or waste management licence.
The rules about who can store and treat waste in the UK are extremely complex. The location of your facility can also have a big impact on whether you will be granted a permit.
A metal recycling permit can be either a standard rules facility or a bespoke permit facility. Each has their own set of conditions. Each attracts their own set of fees and compliance regime. We have helped many businesses both small and large get started in the metal recycling business.
We can produce all of the surveys and reports required to get your business up and running. Be prepared for a process that can easily take around a year to complete.
Paul Downing & Associates can help you apply for a scrap yard licence. We can also provide clarity through the maze of regulations. Call 01428 768 087.