Environmental Health
Please see below some common queries we receive. However, if you cannot find the help you need, you can either use our Help Form or if you believe your query relates to Environmental Health, or use our contact us form below.
About Environmental Health
We are here to protect and enhance the environment of the Basildon Borough Council area. Our responsibilities cover Animal Control, Food Safety, Housing, Licensing, Pollution Control and Public Health. Visit this page for more detailed information.
Beauty and Make-Up Business Enquiries
Advice on where to go for more information about a beauty and cosmetic business including piercings, tattoos and laser treatments.
Drainage - blocked drains and surface water
Advice on what to do if you encounter blocked drains and surface water including information on who you should report issues to for assistance.
Empty and Abandoned Homes
An empty home is considered a residential property unoccupied as a main residence, and where the owner lives elsewhere. A long-term empty home is classed as a property that has been empty for six months or longer. Find out more information and support available on empty homes including how to report one.
Environmental Information Request
The Environmental Information Regulations 2004 provide public access to environmental information held by public authorities. Visit this page to find out more.
Food Business Start-Up
All you need to know and useful resources in regards to starting up or converting to a food business.
Japanese Knotweed Guidance
Important information if you believe you have Japanese Knotweed
Pest and Vermin Control
Advice and guidance on dealing with common pests and vermin and where professional help may be required.
Pigeons and other birds in or around property
Information on pigeons or other birds causing a nuisance in or around a property
Pollution Control and Clean Air
Under the Clean Air Act 1993, some land covered by the Basildon District Council area is in a Smoke Control Area. Visit this page to find out more.
Registering as a keeper of poultry or birds
Find out what you need to know about keeping poultry / birds.
Report Food Business Update
Use this form to let Environmental Health Services know of changes to your Food Business
Report Food Safety Problem
Let Environmental Health Services know if you have observed poor hygiene in a local food outlet including rodent infestations; or have bought contaminated / unsafe food.
Report House In Multiple Occupation
If you believe there is an unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), has too many full-time occupants or falls below safety standards, you can report this to Environmental Health Services.
Report Noise Pollution
Find out what you can do if you are experiencing a noise problem with your neighbour.
Report Overcrowding
If you are on the Housing Register and believe you are subject to overcrowding in your property, you can let us know using our online form.
Contact Us
Use this form to contact Environmental Health Services if you have not been able to find the help you need on our website.