Other nuisance

Other nuisance

Find out more about nuisance from smells, insects, light pollution and more.

Nuisance from insects

Insect infestations can be considered a statutory nuisance, but only under certain circumstances.

If artificial light shines into your home, it might be considered as a statutory nuisance. This is...

We receive many complaints about smells that affect people living nearby. Officers take a number of...

We can investigate smells in your own home and advise you on what action to take.

Things to consider whilst installing outdoor lighting.

We have certain powers to take action against owners or occupiers who deposit rubbish or allow it...

A certain amount of noise and other inconvenience is to be expected from building sites.

This section provides advice making a complaint about high hedges.