Air pollution

Air pollution includes smoke, fumes, gases and odours from homes and business premises.

Find out about the review and assessment of air quality in Wealden and air pollution forecasts.

Air pollution permits and authorisations

Information and permit application form.

Smoke

This is a result of incomplete combustion and shows heating appliances are working inefficiently. Smoke can be a statutory nuisance and can cause difficulty breathing.

- Frequently asked questions about smoke
- Legal controls on smoke

Fumes

Commonly these are from combustion processes, paint spaying operations, metal cleaning and fibreglass resin processes.

Gases

There are two main types and obviously the one we worry about most are flammable gases. If you suspect there is a gas leak near your home please call Transco 0800 111999 straight away. Do not call us as we cannot solve the problem. For smells of other gases contact us, these can come from welding or landfill sites.