Instead of calling us, you are now able to send us a query directly on WhatsApp. We're trialling WhatsApp for questions about bins and recycling first, before we roll it out to other services. We look forward to helping you on WhatsApp.

WhatsApp us with your waste and recycling queries

We are running a trial pedestrianisation scheme in Lichfield City centre. As part of the trial, vehicle movement is restricted within the pedestrianised zone at all times, which includes Market Street, Tamworth Street (beyond the signs), Conduit Street, Breadmarket Street, Bore Street, Dam Street, Sandford Street (beyond the signs) and Bird Street (beyond the signs). Please be aware from Monday 22 July 2024 penalty charge notices will be issued to anyone not following the new restrictions within the pedestrianised zone. Find out more.

Smoke complaints and bonfires

Smoke nuisance
Bonfires
Dark smoke
Wood burners
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Smoke control areas

There are a number of smoke control areas in the District and in those areas you can not emit smoke from a chimney and you can only burn authorised fuels unless you use an appliance approved by Defra.

You can find out if you live in a smoke controlled area by using the interactive tool or by contacting us at pollution@lichfielddc.gov.uk

If you live in a smoke control area you can only burn logs if your stove is DEFRA-exempt.