Historic Buildings and Sites Management Local authorities may manage heritage buildings and sites to protect their historic, cultural and social importance and secure their long term future for the benefit of the community.
Historic Landfills Management Local authorities manage closed local authority landfill sites in line with Environmental Protection Agency guidelines.
Household Food Waste Regulations Enforcement Local authorities regulate domestic food waste disposal to ensure the waste is suitable for composting.
Long-term Leasing Local authorities may lease properties in good condition from property owners for long term social housing.
Organic Solvents Vapour Emissions Regulations Enforcement Local authorities regulate the use of solvents by businesses.
Packaging Regulations Enforcement Local authorities regulate the disposal of packaging waste by businesses.
Packaging Regulations Self-Compliance Registration Major producers of packaging waste must register with the local authority to become self compliant in the proper disposal of packaging waste.
Part V Acquisition Local authorities may buy new houses from property developers for social and affordable housing under Part V of the planning laws.
Petroleum Vapour Emissions Regulations Enforcement Local authorities regulate emissions from fuel tankers, storage tanks and fuel pumps in petrol stations.
Plastic Bag Levy Regulations Enforcement Local authorities regulate compliance by retailers with the plastic bag levy. Retailers must charge customers for plastic bags at the point of sale.