(Streets) Highways and street “furniture” are considered as: bins, lighting, signage, benches, and subways. We are responsible for a small number of paths and roads. It does not matter who owns the land in many situations, as the Council will still be responsible for maintaining (including cleaning) the streets and roads they are responsible for. […]
I require shrub maintenance, when is it carried out?
We maintain shrubs between October to March each season when most are dormant. Depending on the weather they can grow, and this may not be in a form that is as shaped or controlled as they would be in an ornamental garden. Nature isn’t neat. There are also many legal considerations about wildlife and permitted […]
Will you cut my hedges?
We will maintain hedges in accordance with relevant wildlife legislation. This includes working within specific times and with necessary precautions (usually between October and February / March). Winter shrub maintenance is carried out from October to March each season. Ad hoc maintenance is governed by growth, the weather etc. and certain legal restrictions. We prune […]
What is considered fly-tipping?
Not everything left in the streets is “fly-tipping,” for example unwanted items, bins and containers and other material rejected by Torfaen Council Waste Crews. You should report concerns about this to the Council for investigation. For more info on Torfaen Council services around bins and recycling, to report issues or to find out what […]
I’ve found a dead animal, what can you do?
It is unlikely we would attend to remove a dead animal in the open or from your property. You should consult the Council about proper disposal. However, if you come across a small dead animal, there are steps you can take to responsibly manage its disposal. One method is to carefully wrap the animal using protective […]
Do you offer a block cleaning service?
We offer a basic cleaning service. The average visit ranges from 10 – 30 minutes and includes: a clean every month. sweeping and cleaning with a cloth or mop checking shared parts (e.g., corridors, drying area) for safety identifying fly tipping and liaising with colleagues returning to remove items if needed It does not include: […]
2023 Planned Works Calendar
Calendar of Grounds Maintenance & Cleansing Work This is a list of some of the jobs we do on the land we look after throughout the year. Footpaths and roads where we have houses and flats are looked after by Torfaen council. They also deal with everything related to bins and recycling. You can […]
Everyone should have a place they are proud to call home
Alan Brunt, Bron Afon’s CEO sets out our vision and our focus as we launch our new Corporate Strategy 2023-28. I am excited to introduce our new Corporate Strategy, which sets out how we will deliver on our ambitions over the next five years. Building on the 2018 Corporate Plan, this 2023 strategy renews our […]
Everyone should have a place they are proud to call home
Alan Brunt, Bron Afon’s CEO sets out our vision and our focus as we launch our new Corporate Strategy 2023-28. I am excited to introduce our new Corporate Strategy, which sets out how we will deliver on our ambitions over the next five years. Building on the 2018 Corporate Plan, this 2023 strategy renews our […]
National Hoarding Awareness Week 15 – 21 May 2023
National Hoarding Awareness Week 15 – 21 May 2023 This week is National Hoarding Awareness Week. We offer support, advice and information to customers who choose to engage with us around challenges they may have with the condition of their home. Our Home Conditions Project Officer Simon shares an update on his current project, and […]