Pollution

Information about pollution in Croydon including noise, air quality and contaminated land. Environmental permits and hazardous substances.

Noise

The council has powers to deal with noise that is considered a statutory nuisance. Find out what to do if you are having problems with loud music and parties, alarms, dogs barking and construction noise.

Contaminated land

Land with a high level of heavy metals or chemicals may be defined as contaminated. Croydon Council has a duty to keep a public register of contaminated land sites around the borough.

Light Pollution

Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, Croydon Council will investigate complaints about statutory nuisance caused by artificial light from premises.

Asbestos

What to do if you think there is asbestos in or around your home or place of work.

Hazardous substances

How to apply for permission to store and use radioactive and other hazardous substances.