What is Graffiti?
Graffiti is any writing or picture scribbled or drawn without the owner's consent.

The Law
There is no legal requirement for the Council to remove graffiti.

The Service We Provide
We use high pressure cleaning equipment to remove graffiti from public land, street furniture and Council property.

What we will not do.
We will not remove graffiti from private properties.

Target and Response Times.
On public land, street furniture and other Council property we aim to remove graffiti within 5 days of the report being received. We will remove offensive graffiti within two working days.

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 of graffiti benefits all Braintree's residents and visitors to the District.

How you can help us
Council Officers regularly monitor and inspect the streets in the District, but we welcome extra help and support. Whenever you observe graffiti please telephone us on the following number 01376 552525. Help us to provide cleaner and more attractive streets 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.