Alleyways

The Council is not responsible for maintaining and keeping private alleyways clear of any build-up of waste. These are private property and owned by the people that own the houses they serve.

This places an obligation on you to :

• Make sure that it does not provide a nesting site for rats or mice
• Maintain its condition and keep it clear from waste accumulations
• Allow reasonable access for your neighbours by keeping it clear of obstructions

Gated alleyways

Residents are responsible for the management and maintenance of gated alleyways. Residents would need agreement from all the relevant households before the installation of a gated alleyway. The Council do not fund the installation or upkeep of gated alleyway projects.

Fly-tipping

Please remember that alleyways in North East Lincolnshire are private land and the responsibility for keeping them clean lies with all residents that have access over them.

You can dispose of fly tipped waste at our community recycling centres, or have waste removed through our bulky waste collection service. More information can be found at: Bins and recycling.

If the waste was fly tipped in your alleyway, we can only take action if we have evidence of who was responsible or if you have witnessed waste being dumped. Please use the report it form below, and the case will be assigned to an officer to investigate. However, it remains the responsibility of the residents to clear the waste from the alleyway.

Abandoned wheelie bin

If you wish to report an abandoned wheelie bin then complete our form or call 01472 326288, option 1.

Contact us – Telephone: 01472 326300 option 3 (Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5 pm, except bank holidays)