Planning guidance note
The guidance intends to help developers produce successful waste management strategies at an early stage. It has been developed by the waste services team in consultation with colleagues in Planning and Highways. A review of best practice in other local authorities has also informed the process.
Please note we are currently in process of updating the guidance which will include updated dimensions of electric refuse collection vehicles which will be in use from October 2026.
Please contact WastePlanning@bathnes.gov.uk if you need the new vehicle dimensions for swept path analysis.
Charges for communal recycling bins
At least blocks of flats or purpose-built student accommodation where communal bin stores are planned, developers must purchase the required type and number of bins from us.
Bins types and prices (April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027):
- 360 litre: £40.25
- 240 litre: £20.58
- 140 litre: £43.61
- 5 litre food caddy: £1.73
We do not provide communal bins for residual waste. Developers are responisble for procuring and maintaining these.