U11: spreading waste on non-agricultural land

Read New rules from January 2027 to find out what to do.

There’s a charge for most waste exemptions

This exemption is in band 2. Read waste exemption charges to find out what the charges and charging bands are.

You can spread certain types of waste on non-agricultural land to improve or maintain the physical, chemical and biological properties of the soil. 

Non-agricultural land includes parkland and communal gardens. 

You must follow the exemption conditions, including specific conditions and requirements for certain types of waste.

The waste you store and spread must fit within the waste codes and descriptions given in the table.  

The amount you can spread is given in tonnes per hectare per year. The amount you can store is given in tonnes. 

Some of these waste types must first be treated under a different exemption or under certain environmental permits before you can use them.

See section ‘Waste types that must be spread under another exemption or permit’ for full details.

These conditions apply to all waste types used under U11 exemption. Some waste types have specific conditions that are listed separately. 

You must not store or spread more than the maximum amount shown in the tables for each type of waste. 

The site where you store and spread the waste (except for dredging spoil) must be: 

You must store waste in a secure location. This means that you will make sure waste cannot escape and the public cannot gain access to it. 

You can store U11 waste types, except biobed and biofilter material, for up to 12 months.  

Biobed and biofilter material must be stored for at least 12 months before you can spread it.