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Quick check service on a SSSI assent notice

Pay for a quick check of your notice to do work on a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) before you submit it.

Applies to England

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Quick check service for SSSI assent notice

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Details

You’ll pay £200 for Natural England to check your proposal contains all required information.

Natural England will check your submission within 28 working days of receiving it.

  1. Fill in the quick check form for assent on this page.

  2. Attach your assent notice.

  3. Email both documents to protectedsites@naturalengland.org.uk.

This service is not suitable for complex cases and you may need specialist advice or a site visit. Contact Natural England protectedsites@naturalengland.org.uk for advice.

To find out when you need assent, how to get advice and give notice, follow the guide for public body responsibilities on a SSSI.

Published 8 April 2020