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Our Contaminated Land Strategy (PDF, 405 KB) sets out how we identify and investigate contamination of land in Barnet, and use enforcement powers when necessary. The council has records of previous land uses going back to the 1800s.　

The houses next to the War Memorial (unveiled November 1919) are all that is left of Edgware's old High Street.  The Crane A few of the houses, like number 97, date from the 16th century - others are from the 17th and 18th century.

We are able to investigate accumulations of waste on private land which contains materials that may provide nesting/harbourage for rats and mice (soft furnishings, mattresses etc.) and/or accumulations that contain waste that may provide food for rats and mice.

How to apply for a special treatment licence List of exempted bodies Apply for an exemption Regulations and cond

There are currently Town Teams (or similar groups) in Chipping Barnet, Cricklewood, East Finchley, Edgware, Mill Hill and Whetstone and we are working with businesses, residents and community groups to set up Town Teams in other areas. If you would like to find out more information about how to set up a Town Team, email: towncentres@barnet.gov.uk What a Town Team is We want to work with communities and businesses to improve Barnet’s high streets and create thriving town centres.