Detailed Design & Construction Submission for Works NOT affecting BW (DCNA)
Definition
Works not affecting BW : Works on private property and without the potential to affect the navigation or normal operational activities of BW during construction, and where no support is offered and no loads are imposed on BW property during construction. This would typically be any works at least 6m away from the towpath edge (towpath side marina) or 6m away from water's edge (offside marina). This distance should be agreed with the BU third Party Works engineer and may be increased in certain circumstances (e.g. on an embankment).
Once you have received planning permission and your final scheme is ready you should send us your completed DCNA proforma and accompanying package of information. If we do not receive your Submission by the advised target date, you may forfeit your priority.
What you need to do
We strongly advise you to liaise with us as you develop your submission so that we can assess solutions, resolve queries etc.
Before you start the preparation of your submission you should:
• refer to our Report on your Feasibility Submission
• refer to the Design & Construction pages of Your Scheme on this website complete and send us a DCNA Submission Proforma (737KB RTF) with the supporting information we request such as basic plans, description of the scheme and answers to a range of questions. Send us two copies of this with the relevant Appraisal & Inspection Fee. If we do not receive your Submission by the advised target date, you may forfeit your priority.
What we will do
When we receive your Submission and Appraisal and Inspection fee, we will carry out a full appraisal and will report in writing to you within 6 weeks.
We will tell you that either
(a) Further work/information is required, or
(b) you have satisfied our requirements
We will also contact you to progress the Network Access Agreement and any other agreements required.
Once construction commences
You must notify us of any significant changes to your methods of working or programme of works. The programme should identify any key activities such that BW representatives are given adequate notice to visit site and satisfy themselves as to the integrity of the Works.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON THE NEXT STAGE OF THE PROCESS: You must submit your Detailed / Construction Phase Submission for Works AFFECTING BW at least 12 weeks prior to your proposed start date for ANY Works affecting BW
