After you submit a fly-tipping report, Torridge will review it and, if it’s on public land, investigate it. If the waste is on private land, the landowner is responsible for arranging collection and disposal.
| What happens next | What Torridge says |
|---|---|
| Report reviewed | If you report fly tipping on public land, the council asks you to report it to them. |
| Investigation | If there may be evidence in the waste, the council will search the waste and properly secure any evidence found. |
| Follow-up action | The council can pursue offenders; fly-tipping is a serious offence and may lead to prosecution and penalties. |
If you’re reporting it, it helps to give as much detail as possible — like the exact location, time, what was dumped, and any vehicle details. You can use the council’s environmental hazard report form or call the council on 01237 428700.