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Dust, gas and fumes from industry

If industry or commercial premises or processes are causing nuisance by emitting dust, gas or fumes we will investigate and take action as needed

Last updated: 11 September 2025

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Report Japanese Knotweed

Seen Japanese Knotweed growing in Ashfield? Report this highly invasive plant. New legislation covers its control.

Last updated: 11 September 2025

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Report accumulations of waste

Report accumulations of waste at domestic or commercial properties where you think there is a risk to public health or it's attracting pests.

Last updated: 11 September 2025

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Water quality

Whether it's mains supplied, from a private source, a swimming pool or recreational water learn about how we test and maintain water quality.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Contaminated land

Search our records for information on land contaminated by industry or for other reasons. Find out how we inspect contaminated land.

Last updated: 11 September 2025

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Report fly-tipping and waste on land

Fly-tipping is a criminal offence. Report any you see so we can keep Ashfield clean and safe, and take action if we can identify the person responsible.

Last updated: 21 October 2025

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Report litter

You can report litter from public land and places for which we are responsible, which we haven't yet collected to us using the online form on this page.

Last updated: 15 October 2025

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Report graffiti

We have a pride in the local area and will remove graffiti from land or property we are responsible for. If spotted you can report it online.

Last updated: 15 October 2025

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Report needles and sharp items

We have a pride in our local area and will clean up any used needles, syringes, or waste on our land. Do not touch needles you find - report online.

Last updated: 15 October 2025

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Request grass cutting

We are responsible for cutting & maintenance of grass on council-owned land - make a request online if you see grass needing cutting

Last updated: 23 October 2025

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Request weed spraying

We have a pride in our local area and a responsibility to remove weeds on land we own. If you've spotted some request weed spraying on our online form.

Last updated: 15 October 2025

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Fixed penalty notices

Fixed penalty notices (FPN) are issued for a range of anti-social behaviour or environmental crimes.

Last updated: 25 September 2025

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Flood advice

Advice on what to do in a flood, and where you can get assistance from.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Air quality

Ashfield is a Smoke Control Area. This regulates smoke from chimneys. Learn what you can and can't burn in a Smoke Control Area.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Home Energy Conservation Act 1995 (HECA) report 2023

The Home Energy Conservation Act 1995 (HECA) requires reports demonstrating what has been done to improve the energy performance of residential accommodation.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Smoke control

Smoke Control Areas are not smoke-free zones, but specifically concern the control of smoke from chimneys, open fires, wood burning stoves and fixed boilers.

Last updated: 11 September 2025

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Animals and pests

Book a pest control treatment now for fleas, bedbugs, bees, ants and more. Report stray dogs or dog fouling in Ashfield

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Pest Control

We can treat pests at your Ashfield home or business.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Bedbugs, fleas and cockroaches

Problem with bedbugs and bedbug bites, fleas, or roaches? Find out what bedbugs look like, where Fleas can be found or where cockroaches hide

Last updated: 17 October 2025

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Rats, mice and moles

We can help you identify the pest in your home or garden and advise on how to prevent or treat rat, mice or moles infestations.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Wasps, bees and ants

Problem with wasps, bees or ants? Learn about these pests and how we can help with prevention and treatment.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Book a pest control treatment

If you have a pest issue or infestation in your home or garden we can come and treat it - if you live in Ashfield.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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Report insect infestations FORM

Report insect infestations where there have been more than 5 flying insects in your home, for 3 or more days, caused by a business, trade or industrial premises

Last updated: 04 September 2025

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Pest control for business

Need pest control or pest prevention at your business, shop, or organisation? Competitively priced and discreet pest control.

Last updated: 11 September 2025

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Dog fouling

Help us keep local parks, playgrounds and pavements in Ashfield free of dog mess by reporting dog fouling.

Last updated: 29 August 2025

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