IP16 4UR, Sizewell C Limited, EPR/GB3358KD-V02: environmental permit application
Published 21 October 2026
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Details of the application
The Environment Agency has received a variation application for an environmental permit under the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016 from Sizewell C Limited.
Application number
EPR/GB3358KD-V02
Regulated facility type
Standalone flood risk activity permit (FRAP)
Regulated facility location
Sizewell C Associated Development Site (Sizewell Link Road)
In the Parishes of Middleton and Theberton, Suffolk
Nearest Postcodes being IP17 3LS & IP16 4RY respectively
National grid reference point
TM 41392 67195 to TM 41704 67381 (Middleton Drain) TM 43170 65508 to TM 43316 65598 (Theberton Drain)
Receiving environment
Works (whether temporary or permanent) in, over, under or within 8m of the fluvial Middleton and Theberton Drains, which are both tributaries of the Minsmere River.
Description of activity
The operator has requested a date extension from the currently permitted end date of the 31st December 2026 to the 30th June 2028 for all permit activities relating to water vole displacement works along the banks of the Middleton and Theberton Drains in the vicinity of the proposed Sizewell Link Road crossings. This involves the clearance of vegetation from the banks and channel, bank excavation and smoothing, plus use of geotextile matting to prevent the voles from returning. Temporary security fencing is also be installed around the works area. All other aspects of the permitted activities remain unchanged.
How to view and comment on the application
Via e-mail: sizewellcnnb@environment-agency.gov.uk
Via telephone: 03708 506 506
If you have any comments on the application send these by 18 November 2026.
For advice about how to make a representation or if you are unable to make a representation via e-mail please call 03708 506 506.
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