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Anti-social behaviour
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Tackling anti-social behaviour is one of our top priorities. As a result of feedback from our customers we have developed a dedicated team to deal with anti-social behaviour. Richard Thompson and Michelle Chilcott are now responsible for dealing with all new cases of anti-social behaviour.
Contact Richard Thompson
Tel: 01626 322747 or e-mail: richard.thompson@teignhousing.co.uk if you live in: Abbotskerswell, Ashburton, Bickington, Bovey Tracey, Bradley Valley (Newton Abbot), Bridford, Broadhempston, Broadlands (Newton Abbot), Buckfastleigh, Buckland (Newton Abbot), Christow, Denbury, Doddiscombsleigh, Dunchideock, Dunsford, Healthfield, Hennock, Ilsington, Ipplepen, Kingskerswell, Lustleigh, Manaton, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot Town Centre, North Bovey, Ogwell, Tedburn St Mary, Teigngrace, Whitestone and Woodland.
Contact Michelle Chilcott
Tel: 01626 322745 or e-mail: michelle.chilcott@teignhousing.co.uk if you live in: Bishopsteignton, Buckland (Newton Abbot), Chudleigh, Chudleigh Knighton, Coombeinteignhead, Dawlish, Exminster, Ide, Ideford, Kenn, Kennford, Kenton, Kingsteignton, Netherton, Shaldon, Shillingford St George, Starcross, Stokeinteignhead and Teignmouth.
What action will Teign Housing take?
We will not hesitate to take whatever action is appropriate, including legal action, against any persons found to be behaving in an anti-social manner. The Government has defined anti-social behaviour as “behaviour which causes (or is likely to cause) harassment, alarm or distress to one or more people from another household.” This includes:
- Harassment of any form;
- Criminal activity including drug dealing and prostitution;
- Domestic violence and abuse;
- Noise nuisance;
- Environmental nuisance, including hoarding items;
- Untidy gardens;
- Verbal abuse;
- Damage to property;
- Physical abuse or intimidation;
- Nuisance associated with vehicles;
- Nuisance associated with business use of premises;
- Nuisance associated with drug, alcohol and solvent misuse;
- Nuisance associated with pets.
How do I report anti-social behaviour?
Anti-social behaviour may be reported by the victim or by a third party on their behalf. Teign Housing staff working within the community will provide a vital link between you, the local police and community wardens to help combat anti-social behaviour and its negative effect on people’s lives. To report an incident and arrange an interview, contact our Customer Services Team or your Neighbourhood Services Advisor. If you don‘t know who your Neighbourhood Services Advisor is, click here >>
Completing diary sheets is a vital tool in resolving anti-social behaviour. They help us to understand the impact on your community and decide on the best course of action to tackle the problem. Diary sheets are available from your Neighbourhood Services Advisor or can be downloaded here>>
Do you want to know what happens when you report anti-social behaviour to us? Take a look at our case studies >>
What support and help is available?
All our staff have been trained to deal with your reports sensitively and confidentially. We can also provide advice, including details on support or protection that victims may be eligible for, and referrals to other agencies if appropriate. Teign Housing takes preventative and reactive measures to tackle anti-social behaviour including:
- Referral to mediation schemes for disputes between neighbours;
- Using Acceptable Behaviour Contracts;
- Starting possession proceedings or demoted tenancy proceedings;
- Using Anti-Social Behaviour Orders (ASBOs);
- Taking out injunctions;
- Placing restrictive covenants on properties sold through the preserved right to buy, right to acquire or under shared ownership.
Click to read our Anti-social Behaviour Policy
Click to read our Anti-social Behaviour Strategy
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