Building over or near to a public sewer
If you're proposing to construct, extend or underpin a building you must check whether any public sewers or disposal mains are close by. You can obtain a copy of the sewer map, by contacting our Safe-Move team on 0800 1 385 385.
How we can help
We'll check the location of public sewers and look for any easement or covenants affecting the pipe and whether the pipe is suspected of being in 'poor' condition. We'll supply a map showing the position of the local public sewer network. This information will affect whether building over or near to a sewer will be allowed.
The service costs £26.73 plus VAT (total £32.08). To make use of this service, send your cheque (payable to "Yorkshire Water Services Limited"), together with details of the location (a map is really useful) and plan or sketch of the proposal to PO Box 52, Bradford, BD3 7YD.
For an extension, please say where it will be located, for example on the side or back of the building and do let us have your contact details including a daytime phone number.
If you're planning any building work and a public sewer could be affected we always recommend you consult your Local Authority Building Control Department.
For further details, contact our Developer Services Team on
0845 1 20 84 82.
