Environmental permits
The Environmental Permit Scheme controls emissions from certain industrial processes.
The scheme is jointly administered by the Local Authority and the Environment Agency.
The Local Authority Environmental Permit Scheme regulates emissions to air from certain industrial activities that may impact local air quality. The Environmental Health Team is responsible for issuing and regulating Part A2 and Part B permits which impose strict conditions on emission monitoring and pollution control measures.
The Environment Agency regulates larger and higher‑risk industrial installations (Part A1) or industries where there is a high potential for pollution of air, water, and land.
Public register
Local Authorities are required through the Environmental Permitting Regulations to maintain a public register.
If you have an enquiry about a Part A2 or Part B application, or the public register for permits issued by the Local Authority, please contact Environmental.Health@stockton.gov.uk. The register was last updated on 19 September 2025.
View information about permits held by the Environment Agency.
Guidance on environmental permits
The Environment Agency has produced detailed guidance on who needs a permit and what type of permit you need.
Check if you need an environmental permit
You can also contact us for advice on which type of permit you need.
Contact us about Environmental permits
Before submitting an application, please review the fees for applications and email Environmental.Health@stockton.gov.uk to confirm the correct fee amount. Your application will not be processed until the correct fee is submitted. You can also contact us if you require a copy of any of the permit application forms.
