What is this licence?

This licence sets conditions so the discharge is treated and controlled in a way. It aims to protect the receiving environment.

A trade effluent licence sets out conditions that businesses must comply with. These may include the:

  • Nature, composition, and volume of the trade effluent discharge
  • Method of treatment, the location of discharge and the periods during which discharge may be made
  • Taking and analysis of trade effluent samples Trade effluent records that must be kept
  • Applicable charges for discharging trade effluent, as approved by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities

When do I need it?

It is only required where there is a discharge of trade effluent to a municipal sewer. It most cases, it only applies to industrial facilities such as those for biogas or biomethane.

How to apply

Apply using the form on the Uisce Eireann (Irish Water) website.

Fees

As of 2023, the charge is €380.

Issuing body

Uisce Eireann (Irish Water)

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