NAV publications

The following table provides a list of useful links for those interesting in understanding more about NAVs and the application process.

Document

Publication Date
Decision document on changes to our new appointee application assessment process in Wales Nov-23
New appointment and variation applications – a statement of our policy Nov-23
Application guidance for new appointments and variations Nov-23
Our monitoring and reporting approach for new appointees – policy conclusions July -21
Our monitoring and reporting approach for new appointees – a consultation Feb-21
Bulk charges for new appointees – guidance on our approach and expectations – Ofwat Jan-21
Ofwat NAV policy – Frequently Asked Questions April-20
New appointment and variation applications – a statement of our policy July-19
Conclusions on NAV policy statement July-19
New appointment and variation applications – a statement of our policy – draft for consultation Nov-18
Revision to NAV policy guidelines Nov-18
Application form Aug-18
Application guidance for new appointments and variations Sept-18
Bulk charges for NAVs: final guidance May-18
Information notice – Applications for New Appointments and Variations under the unserved criterion Jan-18
Study of the NAV market – report from Frontier Economics Oct-17
Study of the market for new appointments and variations – summary of findings and next steps Oct-17
New appointments and variations applications process.  Dec-15
Assessing the financial viability of applications for new appointments and variations Dec-15
Terms of reference for independent professional advisers providing site status reports Nov-15
New appointments and variations policy Apr-15
New appointments and variation applications – the terms of reference for independent professional advisors providing site status reports Feb-11
Register of new appointments and variations granted to date – Ofwat Updated on an ongoing basis