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Planning a new sewage treatment system? Before your Building Control inspector can sign off your project, you must show that your discharge setup either meets the General Binding Rules — or that you’ve secured a valid permit.
Our easy-to-use GBR Checker gives you a clear, property-specific compliance report that highlights potential risks based on your location and environment.
Get your report today for just £149 + VAT — fill out the short form to get started.
Your personalised compliance report will thoroughly assess whether your property meets the UK’s General Binding Rules. We’ll start by checking if your daily sewage discharge volume falls within the legal limits based on your household setup, including how many bedrooms your system serves and where the waste is discharged (surface water or into the ground).
Beyond that, we’ll evaluate your proximity to environmentally sensitive and legally protected zones. This includes Groundwater Source Protection Zones, registered boreholes, Special Areas of Conservation, Special Protection Areas, Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs), Ramsar sites, chalk rivers, and ancient woodlands, all of which can impact your legal discharge permissions.
Finally, you’ll receive a clear list of practical due diligence checks you can perform on-site. These will help you stay compliant, avoid delays during property sales, and reduce the risk of costly upgrades or legal penalties down the line.
As builders developing properties in countryside locations, Willowmead's service has become an essential part of our planning process. The reports are prompt and professional.
Having this report ready for potential buyers made our property sale much smoother. Worth every penny for the peace of mind.
Willowmead Developments specializes in drainage solutions for rural and challenging sites across the UK. With over 20 years of experience in sewage treatment, environmental compliance, and drainage design, our team delivers expert guidance that saves you time, money, and stress.
Our General Binding Rules Checker service was developed after seeing countless homeowners struggle with unnecessary permit applications and Building Control delays. We understand the regulations inside and out, allowing us to provide clear, actionable reports that ensure your compliance.
When you reach out to us, you won’t be passed around — you’ll speak directly with our director, Chris Johnson. Chris takes real pride in his work and genuinely cares about every project, no matter the size. He’s built Willowmead on a foundation of trust, passion, and attention to detail, and he’s always happy to offer free, no-obligation advice to help you make the right decisions. For Chris, it’s not just about systems and regulations — it’s about doing things properly, and supporting clients every step of the way.
Without confirming your compliance with the General Binding Rules, you could be forced to apply for an Environment Agency permit — a process that could cost thousands and takes around a year to complete.
The General Binding Rules include numerous environmental factors that most homeowners and even many installers don’t fully understand. Our expertise ensures nothing is overlooked.
Building Control officers are increasingly strict about sewage treatment compliance. Without proper documentation, they may refuse to issue your completion certificate, leaving your installation in regulatory limbo.
Discovering non-compliance after installation could mean expensive remedial work or even complete system replacement. Our pre-installation check prevents these costly errors.
Water Quality Protection in our precious rivers and streams.
Groundwater Conservation for future generations.
Wildlife Habitat Preservation in sensitive ecological areas
Sustainable Rural Development that respects environmental boundaries
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Saved us from an expensive mistake - Willowmead's GBR Checker identified issues we wouldn't have known about until it was too late. The report was clear, comprehensive, and our Building Control officer accepted it without question