Reference desk · Consultants & operators

T8 exemption FAQ

Common questions about tyre exemptions, environmental permits and Scope 3 disposal evidence.

England guidance reviewed 7 November 2026. General information, not a permit decision or legal advice; confirm current requirements with your regulator.

Ask T8 T8 exemption calculator

T8 exemption FAQ

T8 exemptions

Permit requirements

Scope 3 disposal

T8 exemption FAQ

T8 exemptions

What is the T8 exemption?

What are the T8 tyre quantity limits?

Which waste codes does T8 cover?

Can I rely on T8 for sorting or storage only?

Is T8 being withdrawn, and when?

Permit requirements

When might a tyre operation need an environmental permit?

What is the difference between standard rules and a bespoke permit?

What should I prepare for a T8 permit review?

Do the same T8 rules apply across the UK?

Scope 3 disposal

When does waste disposal belong in Scope 3 Category 5?

What data do I need to compare tyre disposal emissions?

Does recycling make a disposal route net zero?