What is trade waste?

In general terms, trade waste is all liquid waste generated on commercial premises and discharged to our sewerage system that is not human waste. If not managed properly, trade waste can damage the sewerage system and the environment.

Trade waste includes wastewater contaminated with substances like grease, oils, solids and chemicals.  Businesses that discharge tradewaste include:

Trade Waste Permits

All businesses that generate trade waste need to have a Trade Waste Discharge Permit.

Learn more about how to apply for a Trade Waste Discharge Permit.

For more information on how to effectively manage trade waste, view our fact sheet for managing trade waste (PDF).

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