Coal Authority permit process
A step by step application guide of the Coal Authority permit to carry out investigation or treatment works process.
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A step by step application guide of the Coal Authority permit process from when an application is received and logged to the permit closure following completion of permitted works.
Last updated 31 October 2023 + show all updates
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Updated to reflect a 10 working day turnaround permit is charged at twice the rate of a standard permit.
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We now aim to issue our determination on a permit application in at least 20 working days for a standard permit and 10 working days for an expedited permit. A 12 working day turnaround permit is still charged at twice the rate of a standard permit.
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The determination period has been extended to 25 working days for a standard permit and 12 working days for an expedited permit. A 12 working day turnaround permit is charged at twice the rate of a standard permit.
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New guidance issued with explanations of our current terms and conditions and insurance policies.
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First published.