The control of statutory nuisances most commonly encountered as environmental health issues such as noise and smells, is one of local government's highest profile responsibilities. This work gives practical advice on the area of law concerned with statutory nuisance and includes the topics: the definition of ""Statutory Nuisance""; service and content of the Abatement Notice; alternatives to proceedings under section 80; and Stat utory Nuisance (Appeals) Regulations 1995, enforcement, and legislative overview.