Ashfield District Council: Pollution

Pollution

The council provide the following services.

Complaints about statutory nuisance are investigated by the local authority who can take action if the allegation of nuisance can be substantiated.

In the event of justified complaint of statutory nuisance such as noise, emissions of smoke, fumes or gases, dust, steam and smell is justified, a penalty notice will be served upon the person responsible by the local authority.

Each council has responsibility for measuring the quality of ambient air to ensure that it meets required standards in relation to the concentration of a defined range of pollutants such as lead, nitrogen dioxide, benzene etc.

Working with the Environment Agency in a number of ways to prevent or control pollution. This is done by prompt reporting of incidents, ensuring that emissions from industries controlled by the Council are properly controlled and by preventing pollution of water by dealing with any contamination of land.

Inspection and regulation of premises where Part A2 and Part B processes which have the potential to cause air pollution are undertaken. These include activities such as vehicle re-spraying, furniture manufacture and unloading of petrol.

Residents and business may be given advice on what to do if they believe asbestos may be present in a building. Council inspectors may visit the premises to confirm the presence of asbestos and advise on procedures for removal and displosal.