Water permit

How does it work?

For example, you need a water permit for:

• the construction of a jetty
• groundwater removal
• the discharge of wastewater or substances to surface water
• closing up water, such as draining a ditch
• the construction of a water storage area for the temporary collection of (rain) water
• building on, at or near a dike, pumping station or water storage area
• organizing an event on the water

What to do.

• Check on Omgevingsloket whether your activities require a water permit or just a notification.
• Apply for the permit through Omgevingsloket online. Do this at least 8 weeks before you want to start the work. For complex applications, make the application at least 6 months in advance.
• In your application for a water permit, you indicate:
  • At which location you want to conduct the activities
  • what these activities entail
  • why you want to do the activities and what impact they will have on the environment
  • The time period in which you need the permit
• You can also make the application or notification to the municipality where you want to perform the activities.

What do I need?

• If you are applying for a water permit as an individual, you will need your DigiD.
• If you apply for a water permit for your business, you need eHerkenning.

How long does it take?

You will receive notification from us within 8 weeks. The municipality can extend this period by 6 weeks. Sometimes we need advice and permission from another organization (competent authority). Then an additional 4 weeks will be added.

Objecting

Do you disagree with the municipality's decision?
Then file an objection within 6 weeks.