General information

Abandoned vehicles

If you suspect that a vehicle has been abandoned, in the first instance you should report it to the Pollution Team in Environmental Health on 01422 392373. They will require the following information about the vehicle:

Make (for example, Ford)
Model (for example, Mondeo)
Colour
Registration number
Tax Disc details
Length of time the vehicle has been unused.
Location (please be as accurate as possible)
Condition of the vehicle (e.g. burnt out, broken windows)

Please note that if the vehicle is taxed, then it cannot be classed as abandoned. For further information see Abandoned vehicles.

If the vehicle is in a dangerous or potentially hazardous place you should report it to the Police. Police telephone: 01422 360333.

Advertising on car parks

Unauthorised advertising in Council car parks is not allowed. This includes flyers left on vehicles and posters on 'pay and display' machines. It is annoying for most people and the Council takes a hard line on this.

If you see advertising in car parks which you suspect is unauthorised or you receive flyers on your vehicle you should report it to Parking Services who will investigate and may prosecute the advertiser.

Community Safety

Action planning teams (APTs) are responsible for working towards the action plan for the Safer & Stronger Communities Delivery Partnership and to address problems specific to each of the APT areas. There are four teams and they each cover a geographical area of Calderdale.

Under the Crime and Disorder Act (1998), the Local Authority and the Police Service have a duty to work in Partnership to develop and implement a strategy for reducing crime and disorder in Calderdale.

The teams adopt a multi-agency approach and are also encouraged to contact local community groups and work closely with them tackling issues surrounding crime and disorder.

Fly tipping / dumping of rubbish

Fly tipping is the illegal dumping of rubbish. If you see rubbish being dumped on a car park or highway the Council will investigate and have it removed. Fly tipping is dealt with by Council Enforcement officers and fines of up to £2500 could be given to offenders.

Requests for use of car parks

If you need to use a Council car park for an event or special circumstance you should contact Parking Services for permission. Using spaces in a car park for storage, activity or any other purpose other than parking a vehicle is not allowed.