Statutory guidance: Waste (miscellaneous) charging scheme
Summary
The Environment Agency has updated its statutory charging scheme for waste (miscellaneous), consolidating amendments through August 2025 and revising charges in line with CPI and a recent cost of service consultation. The notice also flags future annual charge increases from 1 April 2027 and updates to definitions and provisions relating to household waste and simpler recycling.
Why it matters
Surveyors involved in waste-related due diligence, property management, or redevelopment should be aware of updated regulatory charges and definitions that may affect compliance costs and operational planning. The changes may also be relevant where waste handling arrangements form part of site assessments or landlord obligations.
Key points
- Environment Agency waste (miscellaneous) charging scheme updated through August 2025
- Charges revised following a cost of service consultation and CPI uplift
- All charges will increase on 1 April 2027 and annually thereafter in line with CPI
- Definitions and liability provisions updated, including references to household waste and relevant waste
- Part 7 on simpler recycling has been updated
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