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What is a Trade Waste Search?

A Trade Waste Search will inform you of any existing trade waste activity on a property, including:

  • the condition and size of the pre-treatment device prior to purchase, as non-serviced devices can be costly to repair or replace
  • if pre-treatment device servicing is up to date
  • if the site has an existing Trade Waste Permit.

Not sure what trade waste is? Watch our short trade waste video.

More about trade waste

How to request a Trade Waste Search

To request a Trade Waste Search Certificate please complete and submit the online form below:

Description Unit  2025-26 price
($ excl. GST)*
Trade waste search (property and/or business) 1.5 hours per application  $260.00

*GST is not applicable on the above trade waste charge. 

Payment can be made using a credit card, cheque, or on a 14 day account if you're pre-registered. 

Further instructions for payment are provided in the online form below.

Business owner and Trade Waste Officer discussing Trade Waste Permit

Trade Waste Search online form

Trade Waste Search Certificate

Your Trade Waste Search Certificate will be provided via mail or email within 10 working days of the request.

The Search Certificate will provide details of:

  • the condition and size of the pre-treatment device prior to purchase, as non-serviced devices can be costly to repair or replace
  • if pre-treatment device servicing is up to date
  • if the site has an existing Trade Waste Permit.

If you purchase a business with an existing Trade Waste Permit, you must apply for a new permit issued in the new business owner’s name.

More information on Trade Waste Permits