SCHEDULE 1Fixed monetary penalties
Final notice7
1
Where a decision is taken to impose a fixed monetary penalty, SEPA may do so by serving a final notice.
2
A final notice must include information as to—
a
the grounds for imposing the penalty;
b
how payment may be made;
c
the period within which payment must be made;
d
late payment penalties;
e
rights of appeal; and
f
the consequences of non-payment.
3
SEPA may not serve a final notice after a period of six months beginning with the day which is the final day on which written representations may be made in relation to the notice of intent.
4
The period mentioned in sub-paragraph (3) may be extended by agreement in writing between SEPA and the person on whom the notice was served.