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SEPA, as one of a number of organisations regulating finfish aquaculture, is implementing a revised regulatory framework based on that will strengthen the protection of the marine environment for the people of Scotland. The framework follows months of work by colleagues across the agency, a 2017 consultation and two Scottish Parliamentary committees. The evidenced-based features of the regulatory

The Leven Programme is a partnership that is focused on achieving environmental improvements whilst maximising social and economic opportunities. The Programme's vision is: In 2030 the Leven catchment will be a living, breathing example of inclusive growth, achieving the environmental improvements whilst maximising social and economic opportunities. In July 2019, SEPA signed a landmark Sustainable

Summary of rural and urban diffuse pollution issues in the environment. Sources of diffuse pollution are often individually minor, but collectively can result in significant environmental damage. Diffuse pollution is the release of potential pollutants from a range of activities that, individually, may have no effect on the water environment, but, at the scale of a catchment, can have a significant effect. Problems occur in both rural and urban environments. Rural pro

Radioactive items have been detected on Dalgety Bay since at least 1990. Many surveys have been undertaken on the beach to determine the potential numbers of items present and possible implications for public health. Management options Strategy for stakeholder engagement PDF (25 kb) DIO outline management options appraisal - final report PDF (2.57mb) Dalgety Bay appropriate person summ

Pen layout changes at marine finfish farms Published: March 2024 1. Authorisation of pen layout changes 1.1 All pen layout changes require prior-authorisation from SEPA. To obtain authorisation, operators must apply to SEPA to very their existing SEPA permit. 1.2 All such applications will be subject to screening, environmental risk assessment (see section 2). This assessment will determine whethe

The majority of dams will require an authorisation from SEPA under "The Water Environment (Controlled Activities)(Scotland) Regulations 2011 (CAR). This authorisation number will start CAR/.../... If you don't have a CAR authorisation for your dam, then you should contact your local SEPA team to discuss this. You can find more advice on impoundments and water resources authorisations. Reservoir sa

Use this service to register a small sewage discharge from: Up to 10 domestic properties; or Non-domestic properties which serve a population equivalent (p.e.) of up to 50. If your discharge is larger than this, you'll need to apply for a licence. Read our licence application guidance to find out what you need to do. To apply online You'll need to tell us: When the treatment system was installe

SEPA’s triage framework: guidance for planning authorities and SEPA Framework in which Planning Authorities should use when determining to consult SEPA on development proposals General advice and guidance on flood risk – Development Management  SEPA position statement on elevated buildings in areas of flood risk Guidance on how our flood maps can be used to ensure new development avoids areas

In this section you will find information about whether you need to apply for authorisation and the process. Permitting Please see below for the services we are now running in relation to: Private sewage treatment systems (septic tanks/package treatment plants); Marine and freshwater pen fish farm authorisations; Other CAR authorisations (water engineering, water resources, point source discharges, construction site licenses/run-off permits); Simple waste management exemptions; Complex waste management

Making a marine pen fish farm application for a SEPA permit requires a substantial amount of supporting information. In simple terms the following information needs to be collected: an understanding of how the proposal may impact on local communities. At pre-application stage, you should get this by engaging with the communities that may be affected bathymetry and current data to understand how m