Individuals and businesses have a duty to dispose of their waste properly.

They must also not allow their property to cause a nuisance to others, through failure to dispose properly of their waste.

If issues around waste at a neighbouring property are causing you a problem we recommend speaking to the owner first before you report it.

If this is not successful or where individuals are not approachable, think about writing to them and if this does not work, then why not try contacting the Mediation Plus, the free mediation service we partner with, who can assist you in communicating with your neighbour. Before contacting them please read the Mediation Plus privacy policy.

We recommend phoning them on 01424 446 808 to discuss their services before you report the problem to us.

If you are experiencing problems from your neighbour and either of you are privately renting or social housing tenants, the issue should be reported to your landlord first.

You can also take your own action through the magistrate’s court.

Please use the reporting form to see what we can help with and for advice on who else can help. Please note, anonymous complaints cannot be processed.