Litter zones

The Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse (CoPLAR) explains landowners’ duties to fulfil the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

They have a duty to keep their land clear of litter and refuse and roads clean.

The CoPLAR explains

  • what the duties are
  • who is responsible
  • what types of land are in scope  
  • how to zone land and roads based on how busy they are.

Land and roads in Edinburgh have been zoned in line the guidelines and can be seen on the map below.

View land and road zoning map in Edinburgh

People with litter pickers and bags collecting litter

Help us tackle litter

Organise a community clean up and we'll provide equipment including litter pickers, bags and brushes. We'll also collect it when you're finished.

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