Birmingham waste company to clear site and pay nearly £24,000
Summary
The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted Greener Lifestyle Limited after the company continued waste operations at a Birmingham site despite failing to comply with permit conditions and formal stop notices. The court ordered the company to pay nearly £24,000 and to remove all waste from the site within six months under a Remediation Order.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors may encounter sites affected by illegal waste activity, contamination, or enforcement action during inspections, valuations, or due diligence. The case highlights the importance of identifying environmental risk, checking site history, and noting potential remediation liabilities.
Key points
- Greener Lifestyle Limited pleaded guilty to three charges relating to waste permit breaches and failure to comply with notices.
- The company was fined and ordered to pay costs, surcharge, and comply with a Remediation Order.
- The Environment Agency said the site continued operating after exemptions were removed and stop notices were issued.
- The case forms part of the Environment Agency's wider effort to tackle waste crime early.
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