Environmental protection
The Environmental Protection Team will investigate complaints regarding rubbish on private property, overgrown gardens, filthy and verminous premises, odours, premises open for unauthorised access and other public nuisances.
Filthy and verminous premises
We will investigate reports of filthy or verminous premises. If it is necessary we will give advice to the occupier and any other responsible person and inform them of other agencies who may be able to help.
If the conditions are 'Statutorily filthy' and pose a health risk or nuisance to the occupier or neighbours, and the person responsible does not or can not take remedial action, then a legal notice may be served to ensure that the necessary work is carried out.