Community protection Smells, dust, fumes, bonfires and smoke
Problems relating to smells, bad odours, dust and fumes can affect the local environment by polluting the air and affecting air quality. If the problem is persistent or particularly severe, it may constitute a nuisance.
Apart from unpleasantness caused by smoke, flying ash and the smell, bonfires can be a health hazard producing toxic fumes if materials such as plastics, paint, foam or rubber are burned. They can also be a fire risk to fences and sheds. There are several factors you should consider if you're planning on having a bonfire, or if someone if persistently having bonfires which are affecting you.
Use the links on this page to find out more.
General advice
General advice on how to deal with smells, dust, fumes, bonfires and smoke.
What can I do?
Actions you can take if you're affected by smell, dust, fume, bonfire or smoke pollution.
What can the council do?
Actions Shropshire Council can take if you're affected by smell, dust, fume, bonfire or smoke pollution.
Taking your own action
How to use legal action to resolve a dispute caused by smells, dust, fumes, bonfires or smoke.
Smoke control areas in Shrewsbury
A list of smoke control streets in Shrewsbury.
Smoke control areas in Market Drayton
A list of smoke control areas in Market Drayton
Odour and fumes FAQs
Frequently asked questions on smell and odour pollution.
Bonfire FAQs
Frequently asked questions relating to bonfires.