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Welcome to the Environment section. On this page you will find below a list of quick links to the popular searched pages. Alternatively, use the menu on the left to find the information you require.
Keep the streets clean
Find out about our street cleansing services including, street care teams, town centre ranger, rural litter patrol, graffiti removal, fly tipping and abandoned vehicles.
Find out about recycling
Learn what you can recycle, when and where.
Check food hygiene ratings
See how your local restaurant scores under the National Food Hygiene Rating scheme. Find out about food poisoning and food warnings, how to register your food premises or attend food hygiene courses.
Visit a country park or play area
Find out about the Borough's many country parks, play areas, commons, public rights of way and woodlands.
Become more energy efficient
See how you can save money on your fuel bills and, in certain circumstances, receive grants to improve your home's energy efficiency. Get tips on greener living, including recycling and reducing your carbon footprint.
Report a tree or hedge problem
Report a problem with trees on road verges or in our parks and open spaces. Find out how to protect trees with amenity value or resolve a dispute over high hedges.
Learn about animal welfare
Find out what to do if you find a stray dog and how to contact the Council's dog warden, the location of the Borough's dog waste bins and learn and anti-barking collars.
Solve a pest problem
The Council no longer operates a pest control service but we have listed local contractors, although in no way do offer any recommendation as to their quality or suitability.
Find out about pollution
Check local air pollution levels, find out about noise pollution and how to report a noise nuisance, plus advice on bonfires and asbestos.
Advice on sewers, drainage and water
Discover who is responsible for your water supply and drainage, what to do if there are any problems with your drainage, plus advice on water quality.
Keep the Borough moving
See our plans to keep Brentwood moving during inclement weather, including gritting routes and the latest travel advice.