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.

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