Empty properties open to access

If you are aware of a house or other premises that is open to access and you believe the property could be used as a venue for illegal activities or that it could be at risk of arson, you can use the online form to let us know.

If you are aware of a house or other premises that is open to access and you believe the property could be used as a venue for illegal activities or that it could be at risk of arson, you can use the online form to let us know.

(opens in a new window) Report an empty property open to access

We will attempt to contact the owner to allow them opportunity to make the building secure. If there is a danger to other residents in the area, such as in a row of terraced houses or a block of flats, we may carry out the works ourselves and reclaim the costs from the building owner.​​​​​