A Hull man has been prosecuted as a result of refusing to clear up his property.
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- Council: Hull City Council
- Fine: £400
- Costs: £904
- Total: £1,304
Robert Moore of 36 Egton Street failed to attend Hull Magistrates Court on 14 March and was ordered to pay a total of £1,352 (made up of a £400 fine, £504 costs, £408 default work costs and £60 victim’s surcharge).
Hull City Council’s neighbourhood nuisance team had received a number of complaints from nearby residents regarding the state of the property.
After several attempts to contact Mr Moore, including a legal notice stating steps that should be taken to bring the property to an acceptable condition, Hull City Council were left with no alternative but to clear the property themselves, incurring costs as a consequence. Mr Moore was then prosecuted in accordance with Section 80 Environmental Protection Act 1990.
Councillor John Hewitt, Portfolio Holder for Neighbourhoods and Communities said:
“The majority of people who own or live in property in Hull take pride in the city and in their neighbourhoods.
“It is always disappointing when a small minority choose not to take the same satisfaction in looking after their property, or take action when their problems are pointed out to them. It leaves the council with no alternative but to prosecute them.
“I hope this serves as a warning to other residents who don’t look after their property to clean it up or face similar action.”
