13 Waste Dumping Infractions Recorded in Escaldes-Engordany, One Publicly Notified

The Comú of Escaldes-Engordany has recorded 13 infractions for dumping household waste on public streets in 2025, with one case now publicly notified via the Official Bulletin of the Principality of Andorra (BOPA) after authorities failed to contact the individual directly.

In the latest instance, officials opened a disciplinary proceeding against a man for an environmental violation involving the improper disposal of rubbish bags outside designated containers. The Comú classifies such acts as serious under its environmental ordinance, which sets fines ranging from €61 to €3,000—€300 in this case. The BOPA notice details the infraction date, the specific rule breached, and the proposed penalty.

Authorities attempted multiple notifications but proceeded with the public bulletin due to the man's untraceability, a standard step for these situations. He has 10 days to review the full file at the Comú's Environment Department, submit defences, and potentially avoid the fine if his claims succeed.

Not all of the 13 recorded cases this year resulted in fines, as citizens can appeal successfully. Comú workers often spot these incidents, sometimes identifying offenders through items left in the waste.

Once any allegations are assessed, the Environment Department will send the file to the Comú's Governing Board for a final decision. Officials continue to stress proper use of collection points to uphold cleanliness across Escaldes-Engordany.