Despite earlier intentions to pursue prosecution against a landowner for illegal waste dumping, Brentwood councillors ultimately opted to provide one last compliance opportunity instead.
The initial enforcement notice mandated the removal of illegally dumped waste within three months and the restoration of the site to its original condition afterward, but compliance was insufficient.
Councillors have expressed that while legal action seemed like a reasonable step, they ultimately believed seeking prosecution might not align with public interest.
After confirming non-compliance, council members confronted the decision of whether to legally pursue the landowner, resulting in a contentious final vote regarding enforcement actions.
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