Washout/Hydrant Licence Application Form

If you choose to apply for an annual licence, you’ll be asked to use points on our approved location list. These are pre-checked points. The washout list will detail any restrictions.

If you’re applying for a Short-Term licence, we will check the hydrant/washout before use to ensure it is suitable. Please allow up to 7 days for us to put your licence in place.

You can access our approved location list, or choose a washout or hydrant at a specific location.

If you require a specific hydrant, please note: not all hydrants are suitable for use. After our inspection and suitability check, you may be offered an alternative hydrant or a list of approved locations to ensure safety and compliance.

Our approved location list is a selection of washouts/hydrants throughout our supply area that have already been checked for suitability. We have various points across our supply area and use what3word to help customers locate each point.

Some washout/hydrant points are highlighted as being suitable for tankers or small vehicles.

If you’re able to safely store and transport water to the site, you can use these washouts/hydrants which are available for immediate use.

If you need a specific washout/hydrant you will be asked to provide the location details below. This can take up to 7 days to process.

NOTE: Please provide the dates below to prevent any delay with your application.

We do not sell or hire standpipes. The Hydrant Licence will be subject to you using your own standpipe. It must be in good condition and fitted with an approved Double Check Valve to protect against backflow.

Please note: For customers wishing to use a 63mm standpipe, the minimum charge band is 1-10 cubic metres/day.

We’re currently unable to provide standpipes for hire or sale. However, we operate with unmetered standpipes and have always allowed customers to use their own standpipe(s). The standpipe(s) must be in good condition and fitted with a working double-check valve.

Please Note: All standpipes must be in good working order and have a working Double Check Valve fitted.
 

For each item of equipment other than standpipes, please provide the vehicle type and registration number if the vehicle is mobile or serial number if the vehicle is immobile.
 

Vehicle types

Please state the method of protection against backflow at:
 

You'll be charged VAT.

If your predominant trading activity falls under one of the following headings then you are liable to pay VAT on your water charges.

Please note: This is a legal declaration which may be seen by an inspector from H M Revenue and Customs. If you make a false declaration, you may be prosecuted or fined. 
 

* Division 2 covers extraction of minerals and ores other than fuels & manufacture of metals, mineral product and chemicals.
 

In case we have a query with your form please enter a contact email address here.
 

Please read the terms and conditions of hydrant use (opens in a new tab/window).

By pressing SUBMIT, I certify that the details given are accurate and that any change in equipment, add location, or consumption will be notified to Affinity Water.