Enquire to Build Over a Public Sewer
If you're planning any type of development, building something new or extending an existing building, you should check there’s nothing underground that could be affected, i.e. water or wastewater pipes.
Watch our video to find out what you need to do before starting any work. You can find more information below as well as a form to apply.
Working near our pipes
This video explains what to consider before you start any building work on your new project.
See our property searches to search maps which show the location of our pipes. We have information on what to do when working near our pipes which you can read here.
If you want to build over, or close to, one of our public sewers or lateral drains (this usually means within 3 metres), you need our approval, even if it is located on your land. We have to make sure that all of our pipes are protected from any potential damage that development may cause, so that they can continue to provide the service they're designed for. It's also really important that we can access our pipes for maintenance and repair.
If you need any more information, our Building Over a Public Sewer guide (PDF 928 KB opens in a new window) will give you all help you need to complete the enquiry form.
Download the Declaration of works guide and form (PDF 593 KB opens in a new window).
For further information about building over a public sewer, contact us at wastewaterdeveloperservices@uuplc.co.uk.