Case ref: MLA/2019/00027
Licence ref: L/2021/00217/1

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Project description

Southern Water: 10-year licence for minor maintenance works on coastal outfalls
A significant component of the Southern Water network are coastal outfalls which are used to convey aqueous discharge to the sea for final dispersal. These outfalls are located all along the coasts of the Isle of Wight, Hampshire, Sussex and Kent and are comprised of both short-sea and long-sea outfalls. They are below the Mean High Water Springs (MHWS) and are therefore within the jurisdiction of the Marine Management Organisation (MMO).

In order to maintain network function, ensure safety for beach users and avoid flooding issues, Southern Water must undertake crucial maintenance in both a planned and reactive manner to meet the needs of society and fulfil our statutory duty. In order to manage licencing requirements, the MMO have advised Southern Water to obtain a 10-year minor maintenance licence to allow Southern Water to carry out low impact activities without the need for repeated applications. This license will contribute to the fulfilment of Southern Water’s statutory function to improve the delivery of water and wastewater services.

Please refer to the method statements in the main report for a full description of the proposed minor maintenance activities.
As the minor maintenance licence is proposed for use in both a planned and reactive manner across the Southern Water region, it is not possible to provide specific programme information. However, the method statements in the main report provide full details of the relevant infrastructure as well as a breakdown of each maintenance activity including information on equipment, access, frequency, and duration. Co-ordinates for each outfall have also been provided where the proposed maintenance activities are to be undertaken as required.

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Applicant details

Dr   Nicola Meakins / 07535900997 / nicola.meakins@southernwater.co.uk
SOUTHERN WATER LTD / SOUTHERN HOUSE LEWES ROAD FALMER BRIGHTON / BN1 9PY
25-JAN-2019
31-JAN-2019
28-SEP-2021
Completed
(Discharging conditions)