Residents of Cape Town are being urged to remain vigilant as incidents of wheelie bin theft show an upward trend, with 2023 recording 29 330 reported cases compared to 28 653 in the previous year.
The City of Cape Town has issued a reminder to residents on the necessary steps to take if their wheelie bin is stolen.
To request a replacement bin, residents can email [email protected] with their municipal account number, residential address, contact details and, if applicable, a letter of authority from the property owner or managing agent.
Upon receipt of the request, residents will be issued a reference number and the replacement bin is expected to be delivered within 10 working days. In the meantime, the City assures residents that bagged waste at the property will still be collected.
For tenants residing in Council rental stock, further information on the replacement process can be obtained from the nearest housing office.
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Alderman Grant Twigg, mayoral committee member for urban waste management, stressed the importance of prompt reporting of stolen bins by residents.
‘By promptly reporting theft of bins, residents help us take proactive measures to address the issue and ensure that refuse collection services can continue smoothly.’
Alderman Twigg also highlighted the responsibility of property owners to provide an adequate number of wheelie bins for all residents on their property.
Property owners are encouraged to apply for additional bins if needed, especially for larger households or properties with multiple tenants. This proactive step can help mitigate illegal dumping and maintain the cleanliness of communities.
To apply for additional bins, residents are advised to download and complete the Supply of Services Application Form from the City’s website.
The completed form, along with a certified copy of the applicant’s ID and, if applicable, a letter of authority from the property owner or managing agent, should be submitted to the nearest walk-in centre or emailed to [email protected].
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