Environment

Wastewater discharges and emission limits

A discharge allegation may concern a missing permit, an exceeded limit or missed monitoring. We first identify the outlet and whether the effluent entered a public sewer or the receiving environment.

What to check in your case

We compare the measured parameter with the condition in force, then examine the sampling point, time, method and laboratory report. For a breakdown, records of its cause, duration and containment measures matter.

Documents for your defence

Full notice or decision, front and back, and evidence of the date of service.

  • Discharge permit or sewer connection authorisation and conditions
  • Sampling report, analyses, treatment plant logs and maintenance records

Legislation and official sources

Information checked on 7 November 2026.