Pollution control
The Environmental Protection section deals with complaints from the
public about a wide range of issues that can affect people's
health. These issues include noise, smoke, refuse, fumes, odour and
dust. All complaints are investigated fully following the section's
standard procedures and steps are always taken to minimise or abate
problems.
We also act as a consultee to the Planning and Development Services
division and make comments relevant to noise, odour and
contaminated land on applications received. The purpose of this is
to attempt to ensure that new developments or changes of use do not
cause any detriment to existing residents or that existing issues
will not affect new properties. For example, for new properties
built near a busy road an assessment will be made as to whether or
not the road will affect the property, if it will, measures will be
required to prevent or reduce the effect of the road. The section
deals over 400 consultations with each year.
Authorisations/Permits
Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and the Pollution
Prevention and Control Regulations 2000, certain processes can only
operate if they have an authorisation/permit (or licence) from the
local council. These licences contain numerous conditions, which
are aimed at reducing or minimising the emissions to atmosphere
from these sites. The authorisations are regularly reviewed and the
sites are inspected twice each year to ensure compliance.
In addition, a number of petrol stations are authorised and are
required to ensure that petrol vapours are returned to delivery
vehicles rather than emitted to atmosphere.
Information concerning these authorisations is available on the
Public Register at Westec House, 52 Derby Street, Ormskirk. It is
advisable if you make an appointment before hand if you wish to
view the information.
For further information:
> download an
application form
> download the
guidance document
Contact us
For more information please contact Andrew Hill, Environmental
Protection Manager on 01695 585243 or email: a.hill@westlancsdc.gov.uk