Avoiding illegal dumping fines in 2026: What landlords must know when clearing properties
As we enter 2026, illegal dumping, or fly-tipping, remains one of the most persistent issues affecting private landlords across England and Wales. With councils continuing to tighten enforcement, penalty amounts rising, and compliance expectations becoming more clearly defined, landlords need to be more vigilant than ever when dealing with waste generated during check-outs, refurbishments or routine property maintenance.
