Pipelines: the installation of new water and sewerage pipes
Please note that this guidance is intended to be used for general information purposes only, is not intended to be a definitive guide to the law and cannot be a substitute for independent advice. NFU members can obtain free initial legal and professional advice from NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458.
In this Business Guide you will find a brief summary of the legal framework that governs the companies operating within the water industry.
The remainder of the guide provides advice on the legal powers that water companies have, and the practical steps that you should take, if approached by a water company that is asking to carry out works within your land.