Filthy and verminous premises
Under the Public Health Act, the council has powers to deal with filthy and verminous premises. This could include cases where a property was infested with rats or fleas, or contained decomposing rubbish, but would not include premises which were merely unsightly, untidy or in a bad state of repair.
In cases where there is a risk to public health, the authority can obtain a warrant to enter and clean the property.
Contact Details
Email: publicprotectionwest@wiltshire.gov.uk
Telephone: 01225 776655
Postal Address:
Public Protection (West)
Wiltshire Council
Bradley Road
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14
0RD
Last updated: 1 September 2009