Environment and animals

Book a pest control appointment, help if you have a problem with noise, report a bonfire and keeping our streets clean.

Pest control

Our Pest Control service is managed by SCH Better Places.

Noise pollution

If noise is disrupting you and your family, affecting your health or stopping you from enjoying a peaceful life at home, you can get help to stop it.

Bonfires and fireworks

There are no set restrictions on what time of day you can have a bonfire but please be considerate of your neighbours.

Food safety

The food and safety team at Solihull Council inspects food premises to ensure they comply with food safety and standards legislation.

Dog fouling

If you take a dog out (on or off the lead) you must clear up its mess, even if you are not the owner

Smoke control areas: the rules

Many parts of the UK are smoke control areas. In England you may have to pay a penalty of up to £200 for the first offence if your chimney releases smoke in a smoke control area, £300 for any subsequent offence.

Commercial rubbish

Commercial rubbish is anything that comes from business based activities where you’ve paid money to receive a service. For example, this could include grass cuttings or hedge trimmings from garden services.

Contaminated land

Past industrial action has made some land within Solihull contaminated.

Air Quality

Solihull Council are committed to improving air quality across the borough.