What is Fly Tipping
Fly Tipping is the
unauthorised dumping of a large item or quantity of waste which is
illegal.
The Law
The law that applies to fly tipping is the Environmental Protection
Act 1990.
The service we provide
A hot line telephone number for the reporting of all fly tipped
waste (01376 552525).
An e-mail address to report all fly tipped
waste csc@braintree.gov.uk
Investigate all reported incidents of fly tipped waste on
highways and public land.
Prosecute offenders where ever possible.
Employ two Clean Teams to remove fly tipped waste on highways
and public land.
Install covert CCTV in areas that are subject to regular fly
tipping.
Publicise instances of fly tipping to encourage members of the
public to report offenders.
Monitor fly tipping hot spots on a regular basis and remove any
waste.
Advise private landowners where their land is subject to regular
fly tipping.
What we will not do
We will not remove
waste from private land except in exceptional circumstances for
which there may be a charge involved.
Target and Response Times
Our Clean Teams
will generally remove fly tipped waste within 24 hours of it being
reported or, in the case of excessive amounts within 5 working
days.
In cases where specialist equipment/contractors are required to
remove a fly tip (hazardous waste etc) this may take longer.
Our Commitment
We aim to deliver a high
quality service, which continually improves and meets the needs of
the local community. Keeping our streets looking attractive and
free from fly tipping benefits all Braintree's residents and
visitors to the District.
How you can help us
Council Officers
regularly monitor and inspect the District and known fly tipping
hot spots, but we welcome extra help and support.
Whenever you observe a fly tip or see somebody dumping waste (
please try and obtain vehicle registration details) telephone
us on the following number 01376 552525.
Help us to provide a cleaner and more attractive District and
retain the pride we have in our environment.
For more information e-mail us at -
csc@braintree.gov.uk or
telephone our Customer Service Centre on 01376
552525.