Decision details

East Sussex County Council operate a chargeable waste service at household waste recycling sites (HWRSs) for non-household waste (rubble, soil, plasterboard, tyres, and asbestos). In June 2023, Defra issued an update advising that they intend to limit councils from charging for DIY type waste. We are seeking Lead member’s approval to amend the Chargeable Waste scheme for it to remain legally compliant should Government proceed with the expected changes.

51.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.

DECISIONS

51.2     The Lead Member RESOLVED to:

(1) Note the requirement to change the Chargeable Waste Scheme at Household Waste Recycling Sites;

(2) Delegate authority to the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport to amend the current scheme, as outlined in paragraph 2.5 and Appendix 1 of the report, from 31 December 2023;

(3) Agree to the recommended price increase for paid for non-household waste (beyond the expected free allowance) from 1 April 2024, as set out in paragraph 3.5 of the report; and

(4) Delegate authority to the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport to make future changes, as required, to the amended scheme and policy and charges.

REASONS

51.3     The scheme has delivered significant savings for East Sussex County Council since it’s commencement in 2018.

51.4     When Government’s revised regulations come into force on 31 December 2023, East Sussex County Council’s Chargeable Waste scheme will need to be amended for it to remain legally compliant.