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Recycling and rubbish
How and where to dispose, donate or recycle all types of waste.
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Clean streets
You can help keep your streets clean by reporting a problem to us, or by supporting your local community with clean-up initiatives.
Public litter bins
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Abandoned vehicles
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Council Tax
We collect Council Tax from all households within New Forest.
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Parking
We run over 50 public parking spaces in New Forest.
Council car parks
Pay a penalty charge notice
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Open spaces
We maintain many public open spaces, woodlands and coastal areas.
Public open spaces
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Children's play areas
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Housing and homelessness
We provide council-owned homes, and a range of housing and homelessness advice.
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New Forest District Council shared ownership
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Benefits and support
Apply for Housing Benefit, Council Tax support, Universal Credit or Discretionary Housing Payments.
Housing Benefit claims
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Discretionary Housing Payments
Welfare benefits and debt advice
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Planning
We are responsible for planning permission for new and existing properties in New Forest..
Submit a planning application
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Health and safety for residents
Services and guidance related to health and safety issues and environmental concerns.
Pest control
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Flooding and drainage
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Asbestos removal and disposal
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Neighbourhood and community
We work closely with communities to provide services and advice to benefit your neighbourhood.
Community safety
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Equality and diversity
Cemeteries
Street naming and numbering
Community right to bid
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Leisure
Visit our health and leisure centres and discover other ways to enjoy New Forest.
Health and Leisure website
Dibden Golf Centre
Taxi ranks
New Forest coast
Health and leisure review
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