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Pollution issues

Information on bonfires, smells and light pollution, and river and land contamination.

Report a pollution problem

How to report bonfires, smells, light and other pollution.

Bonfire guidelines

What to consider before having a bonfire and alternatives to garden fires.

River contamination

Why river contamination occurs and how to report it.

Contaminated land

Read the Elmbridge Contaminated Land Strategy and planning guidance for developers.

Environmental permits

You may need an environmental permit if you do an activity that could pollute the air, water or land, increase flood risk or adversely affect land drainage.

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