WLWA

Not for Profit Permits

Charity exemption from waste and recycling disposal charges?

The laws says you must dispose of your waste and recycling properly.  Disposing of waste is expensive, so WLWA charges businesses to leave waste at our sites.  The charge – which for 2011/12 is £195 per tonne – covers the cost of correct treatment and disposal.

If you are a charity or not-for-profit organisation based in West London, you can request we waive our charges.

How can my organisation apply?

Download and complete an application form (pdf NFPP02 Permit application form) and send it back to WLWA.  You can also request a form be sent to you by post by contacting WLWA.

Before you complete the form please check the terms and conditions.  Remember to also send proof of your charity or not-for-profit status with your completed form.

Questions

Which sites can we take our rubbish to?
You will only be able to use Victoria Road and Twyford.

What type of rubbish can I bring to your sites?
You can bring most items that are created as a result of your activities.  The sites will not accept:

  • Rubble and other hardcore
  • Soil
  • Asbestos

You will be expected to sort your waste into the containers at the site including separating items for recycling

WLWA may also be able to provide you with advice on reducing, reusing and recycling items.

How much rubbish will we be able to bring to the sites?
This depends on what rubbish you are bringing.  The application form asks for details of what you expect to dispose of and an estimated amount.  A member of staff will assess your application and allocate you a weight which should not be exceeded.

What will happen if we need to dispose of more rubbish than our permit allows us to?
If this is the case, you can contact us to explain why you need to throw away more than you expected.  Your reasons will be considered and we may choose to amend your permit.  You may be asked to pay a charge.

How long will it take to find out if we can have a permit?
We will try to get a response to you within 5 working days of receiving your application.  Make sure you complete your contact details on the form so we can contact you.

What do we have to do when we arrive at the site?
When you arrive go to the weighbridge, show our staff your permit and say you want to bring in some rubbish.  Our staff will take your permit from you and you will be asked to move your vehicle onto the weighbridge for weighing.  Then take your items to the public area of the site and put your rubbish in the containers provided.  Before you leave return to the weighbridge and weigh your vehicle again.  Our staff will complete the details on the back of the permit and will return your permit to you.

Do we have to take the permit every time?
Yes, you must present the permit every time you go to the site as the amount of rubbish you take will be recorded on the back of the permit.

How do we change details on the permit such as adding a different vehicle?
Contact the person who authorised your permit to make any changes.

We’ve lost our permit, how do we get a replacement?
Contact the person who authorised your permit.  They will organise a replacement and cancel the other permit.  Your weight limit will be changed to reflect the amount of rubbish that your organisation has already brought into the site.