Dartford doesn’t give a set response time for dumped rubbish itself. Based on available council information, it says dumped rubbish should be reported during office hours, or urgently through the out-of-hours service, and that the council can only remove it from public land.
| Issue | Timeframe given | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Dead animals in public places | within 2 working days | Report a dead animal |
| Dumped rubbish / fly-tipping | no fixed timescale stated | Report fly-tipping |
If the rubbish is on private land, Dartford says it’s the landowner’s responsibility to clear it. If it’s on public land, reporting it quickly is the best next step.