On a daily basis, the City Council of Estepona collects an average of 12.5 tons of waste from illegal dumping sites located in the outskirts of the city. This issue causes significant harm to the suburban areas and the environment, leading to the reminder of the penalties associated with such violations. To address this problem, Estepona’s City Council has launched a specialized cleaning team dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness of the areas surrounding containers in the suburban zones, thereby enhancing the service provided in these locations. The primary objective of this initiative is to strengthen the cleaning efforts in areas where waste accumulates outside the designated containers. The team will be responsible for cleaning the vicinity of the containers, as well as removing furniture, household items, and bulky waste left on public streets, while also undertaking clean-up operations in these spaces. This dedicated team aims to improve service delivery and enhance responsiveness to incidents related to waste accumulation in these areas. Additionally, the City Council of Estepona offers a complimentary service for the collection of furniture and household items to residents, ensuring the cleanliness of public areas and preventing illegal dumping in the city center and outskirts, which tarnish the municipality’s image. Citizens can avail of this service by contacting the Green Line app or calling 951703849. Furthermore, they can utilize the Punto Limpio facility and receive discounts on their garbage tax bill. The City Council collects an average of 12.5 tons of waste from illegal dumping sites in the suburban areas daily, marking a nearly 20 percent increase from the previous year. This ongoing problem poses substantial damage to suburban environments and the overall ecosystem, underscoring the importance of adhering to regulations and avoiding such practices. Fines for illegal waste dumping range from up to 2,000 euros for minor infractions to 100,000 euros for serious violations, escalating to over a million euros for hazardous waste disposal. Consequently, the City Council emphasizes the necessity for citizens to discontinue these unlawful actions for the common good, encouraging them to utilize municipal services for the collection of household items, furniture, and bulky objects, free of charge.
Estepona City Council introduces dedicated team for waste removal and container cleaning in the outskirts







