Statutory guidance: SR2008 No 9: storage of asbestos waste
Summary
The Environment Agency has published statutory guidance for standard rules permit SR2008 No 9 covering the storage of asbestos waste. The guidance sets out strict conditions for how asbestos waste must be stored, including secure containment, segregation, time limits, and prohibitions on repackaging, loose storage, and certain handling methods.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors may encounter asbestos waste issues during refurbishment, demolition, or site inspections, so understanding the permitted storage requirements is important. The guidance also signals compliance expectations for waste handling and environmental permitting that can affect project planning and risk management.
Key points
- Applies to the storage of asbestos waste under standard rules permit SR2008 No 9.
- Asbestos waste must be double bagged or securely wrapped and kept in sealed, secure, lockable bulk containers.
- No repackaging, treatment, loose storage, or storage in bays is allowed.
- Asbestos waste must not be stored on site for more than 6 months and containers must not be stacked.
- The guidance includes updated permit application processes for England and revised conditions on emissions and definitions.
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