A Hull woman has been successfully prosecuted for failing to clear, as well as burn waste in her garden after numerous letters and notices were served.
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- Council: Hull City Council
- Fine: £220
- Costs: £863.40
- Total: £1,083.40
Karen Mackinder of 11, 31st Avenue failed to attend court on 28 March and was found guilty under section 80 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. She was ordered to pay a total of £1,105.40 (£110 fine for each offence, £441 costs, £422.40 compensation order for default works and £22 victim surcharge).
Residents in the area had logged several complaints with the Neighbourhood Nuisance Team due to the state of the property. After attempts to contact and work with Mackinder to clear up the space, Hull City Council employed a company to clear the property in default on 15 January.
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 that these prosecutions serve as a warning to other residents who don’t look after their property to clean it up or face similar action.”
Justine Mortimer, Neighbourhood Nuisance Manager added:
“We’re pleased that this matter has been resolved. We want to help keep Hull a clean and safe place to live, work and visit.
“The council is committed to improving the environmental quality of communities and will take action against those who continue to cause a nuisance as necessary.”
