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What is a filthy and verminous premises?
A premises which is considered filthy and verminous is one which
is prejudicial to health or a nuisance. This may be due to a rat or
mice infestation or an accumulation of rotting food and rubbish
which may also be giving rise to an odour.
Problems may also be caused by hygiene problems for example, the
toilet may be blocked and overflowing causing odour and flies and a
further risk to health.
How will the Council secure cleansing of the premises?
An Officer from the Department will carry out an inspection of
the premises. If it is found that a statutory nuisance exists, then
discussions with the owner will take place and hopefully an
agreement will be made to remove all rubbish and articles and
thoroughly cleanse the property. If the owner fails to comply, the
Local Authority can serve a statutory notice requiring the owner of
the property to cleanse the property and remove all rubbish and
filthy articles.
Failure to comply with the requirements of the notice may result in
either prosecution for non-compliance or the Local Authority
carrying out the works in default (i.e. appointing a contractor)
and recovering the costs back from the owner.
What do I do if I’m concerned about the condition of a
premises?
If you have any concerns regarding a house which you believe
could be filthy and/or verminous then email our Customer Services
Team on 01562 732928, or alternatively write to us at:
Wyre Forest District Council
Planning and Regulatory Services Directorate
Private Sector Housing
Duke House
Clensmore Street
Kidderminster
Worcestershire
DY10 2JX
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