The Clean Air Act requires that all new industrial boiler plants shall be capable of operating without emitting smoke and a proposed installation must be notified to the council.
Solid fuel boilers with the capacity to burn fuel at a rate exceeding 45.4 kg/hr will require the chimney height to be approved and may require a dust arrestment plant to be fitted. Approval of chimney height is also required for gas or oil boilers whose capacity exceeds 366.4 kW.
Completing your application
How to apply
Applicants must apply in writing to the Environmental Protection Officer. The supporting information required will vary dependent upon the plant to be installed and you are therefore advised to contact the Environmental Protection Officer to discuss your site prior to submitting any information.
Fees
There is no fee associated with registration.
Contact Us
You can contact us using our online enquiry form
By post at:
Argyll and Bute Council
Regulatory Services Development & Economic Growth
Kilmory
Lochgilphead
PA31 8RT
Or phone: 01546 605519
Eligibility Criteria
Any person can apply who has responsibility for the plant.
The Application Process
On receipt of the complete information, the proposed plant will be considered. If the chimney height is to be approved you will be issued with written confirmation as to the height and any other conditions imposed.