Fixed Penalty Notices

North Hertfordshire District Council takes environmental crime very seriously. Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) are just one of the tools that can be used to tackle environmental crime. FPNs may be offered when the Council has evidence that an offence has been committed; and provide an alternative to prosecution and going to court. They may not be offered for every offence as a prosecution may be the more appropriate option.

Payment of a FPN means that no further action will be taken for that particular offence. If payment is made within 10 days then the fee will be set at a reduced amount. Failure to pay the full amount within the 14 days is likely to result in the matter being taken to magistrates court and prosecuted.

Fixed Penalty Notice leaflet (link opens in new window)  

Fixed Penalty Notice Penalty Table, Offences and Legislation Information (link opens in new window)

Further information about FPNs can be found on the frequently asked questions page.

Information about the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act can be found on DEFRA .

Contact Details

The Enforcement team can be contacted via the Customer Service Centre on 01462 474000, by text phone on 01462 474800 or at service@north-herts.gov.uk .

Licensing and Enforcement Team
North Hertfordshire District Council
Council Offices
Gernon Road
Letchworth Garden City
Hertfordshire
SG6 3JF