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site’), or if the sewer is exceptionally deep or oversized impacted or our future access to it is obstructed.
for its catchment. Please note that although some extensions and
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• New dwellings or commercial premises are proposed conservatories are exempt from Building Regulations,
on land that has been previously developed you must apply to us if you are considering building
(brownfield). such a structure.
What is the normal process?
Step 1 Application & Payment
Please complete the application form and return it with a single set of design drawings plus the application fee of
£325 to our Sewer Protection team. Payment can be by cheque made payable to Wessex Water Services Ltd, or
we can invoice so you can pay by BACS. You can also pay by credit card.
Step 3 Decision
If your proposal is acceptable we will approve your works. If no drainage works are required then you may
proceed to step 6 and begin your project. However, if drainage works are necessary (eg, sewer remedial works,
moving a manhole chamber etc.), then our approval will be conditioned as appropriate pending completion of
these works.
Step 6 Construction
Your works can commence and any further inspections will be undertaken by the Council’s Building Control
department or your Private Inspector as part of their normal regime.
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