Brussels Tackles Public Cleanliness Crisis.. Nearly 14,000 Complaints Handled in Six Months

Brussels Addresses Public Cleanliness with 14,000 Complaints Handled

Since January 2025, nearly 14,000 reports on public cleanliness in Brussels reveal surprising hotspots and issues residents are eager to fix.
Marie Dupont25 July 2025Last Update :
Stad Brussel verwerkte in zes maanden tijd bijna 14.000 klachten rond openbare netheid
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Public cleanliness remains a hot topic in Brussels, with nearly 14,000 reports lodged since January 2025. The Fix My Street platform has become a vital tool for residents to report issues like illegal dumping, rubbish bags left out at the wrong time, and graffiti. As of 2025-07-25 11:51:00, the city continues to monitor and respond to these concerns efficiently.

6 Key Takeaways
  • Nearly 14,000 public cleanliness reports since January
  • Most reports concern illegal dumping and waste timing
  • Fix My Street app enables easy incident reporting
  • Reports increase yearly: 18,175 in 2022 to 29,717 in 2024
  • Authorities promptly address reported public space issues
  • Officials encourage citizen involvement via reporting platform

March was the peak month for reports, with 2,800 incidents registered, while May saw a decrease to just under 2,000. This surge in public cleanliness reports highlights growing civic engagement and the importance of accessible reporting tools for maintaining Brussels’ urban environment.

How can Brussels residents contribute more effectively to a cleaner city? And what does the rising number of reports mean for local authorities? The answers lie in understanding the Trends and the city’s response mechanisms.

Fast Answer: Brussels residents increasingly use Fix My Street to report public cleanliness issues, helping local authorities tackle illegal dumping, improper waste disposal, and graffiti with faster, more targeted action.

Why are reports rising each year, and what impact does this have on Brussels? The growing use of Fix My Street shows that citizens want a cleaner environment and trust the system to address problems. Key points include:

  • Illegal dumping accounts for the majority of reports, with over 11,000 cases since January 2025.
  • Other issues include improperly timed rubbish bags, overflowing bins, abandoned materials, and graffiti.
  • The platform allows users to submit detailed reports with photos and location info, improving response times.
  • City officials encourage continued public involvement to keep neighborhoods clean and safe.
Brussels’ increasing engagement through Fix My Street reflects a wider trend in Belgian cities toward digital reporting and community-driven urban maintenance.

Looking ahead, Brussels aims to further streamline reporting and resolution processes. Residents are encouraged to keep using Fix My Street actively—because a cleaner city benefits everyone. Will you be part of the solution?

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