Business, general industry, storage and distribution

There are a number of issues which should be considered in relation to business, general industry, storage and distribution development proposals which include those listed below. Further advice on issues outwith SEPA’s interests should be sought from your local planning office.

• Flood risk
• Sustainable waste management
• Surface water drainage
• Waste water drainage
• Engineering activities in the water environment
• Ecological interests
• Contaminated land
• Marine environment
• Air quality
• Consentability under SEPA regulatory regimes
• Noise and odour
• Pollution prevention and environmental management 
• Planning and climate change