Wates Developments Limited is seeking permission from the Environment Agency to extract water for private supply and spray irrigation purposes.
The extraction would take place at two specified locations near Shoreham Road, Henfield, Small Dole.
The developer plans to draw water from underground strata comprising Lower Greensand at National Grid References TQ 21433 13055 and TQ 21404 13068.
The company aims to extract the following volumes:
• One cubic metre an hour
• 25 cubic metres a day
• 7,542 cubic metres a year
The public has been invited to view the application documents and submit any comments or objections to the Environment Agency.
The deadline for representations is May 22.
The Environment Agency has assured the public that any concerns raised will be duly considered before a final decision is made.
Queries and representations should be sent to the Environment Agency’s Permitting and Support Centre, Water Resources Team, Quadrant 2, 99 Parkway Avenue, Sheffield, S9 4WF, or via email to PSC-WaterResources@environment-agency.gov.uk.
For advice on how to make a representation, people can call 03708 506506.
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