Consent for works on watercourses
Types of work that need consent
Only certain works need consent. If the works would affect the flow of the watercourse when it is full to the top of the bank, then you will need consent.
Both permanent and temporary works may need consent. Temporary works could be the damming of a watercourse to allow permanent work, such as installing a bridge.
Examples of works that need consent:
- erection of any mill, dam or weir likely to cause an obstruction to the flow of the watercourse
- erection of a culvert
- alteration of a culvert likely to affect the flow of the watercourse.
If you are not sure if you will need consent, or to find out you can carry out the works without consent, please contact us on 0191 427 7000.