People are urinating in an alleyway next to my house. Help!—The Sunday Times
Ed Cracknell, partner in the property litigation team, has responded to a reader's question in The Sunday Times Home Help feature, providing legal guidance to a homeowner affected by persistent anti-social behaviour on a public footpath adjacent to their property.
The article explores the options available where littering, public urination and other anti-social behaviour are causing ongoing disruption to residents. Ed outlines the statutory duties local authorities have to keep public land and highways clear of litter and refuse, and explains the steps residents can take to encourage action, including gathering evidence, making formal complaints and escalating concerns through the appropriate channels.
The pressure will be greater if your complaint is supported by several residents. Speak to your local councillor for assistance and maybe try your MP too. Consider reporting your campaign to the local press.
The article is available to view in The Sunday Times by subscription only.
About Ed
Ed Cracknell is a partner in the property litigation team, specialising in all aspects of property dispute resolution. His areas of expertise include landlord and tenant disputes, business lease renewals and terminations, possession claims and development disputes.
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