Fareham Borough Council
Fareham Borough Council delivers essential public services, manages local development, and supports community wellbeing, whilst actively promoting sustainability and economic regeneration across the Hampshire borough of Fareham.
Services & Expertise
Waste Collection and Recycling
Managing domestic refuse, garden waste, and recycling programmes for local residents.
Planning and Building Control
Processing planning applications, building control regulations, and local development plans.
Council Tax and Benefits
Administering council tax payments, housing benefits, and financial support schemes.
Housing Services
Providing support for council tenants, repairs, improvements, and homelessness assistance.
Environmental Health and Enforcement
Tackling fly-tipping, dog fouling, abandoned vehicles, and noise nuisances.
Leisure and Community Support
Organising local events, supporting voluntary groups, and promoting health and wellbeing.
Parking and Traffic Management
Managing town centre car parks, issuing permits, and processing penalty charge notices.
Climate Change Initiatives
Delivering toolkits and programmes to help residents and businesses reduce carbon emissions.
About Us
At Fareham Borough Council, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional public services, managing sustainable local development, and enhancing community wellbeing across our vibrant Hampshire borough. By actively promoting economic regeneration and environmental sustainability, we ensure that our region remains a fantastic place to live, work, and do business.
Serving Fareham Borough Council Residents
Supporting your daily life is our core priority, whether you are looking to access housing assistance, pay council tax, or report local issues. Through streamlined digital portals, accessing essential municipal support has never been more straightforward or efficient.
- Waste Collection and Recycling: Reliable management of domestic refuse, garden waste, and recycling programmes to keep local neighbourhoods clean and green.
- Planning and Building Control: Professional guidance on planning applications, regulations, and local development plans to shape sustainable growth.
- Council Tax and Benefits: Efficient administration of council tax payments, housing benefits, and financial support schemes to assist households.
- Housing Services: Comprehensive support for council tenants, including repairs, property improvements, and dedicated homelessness assistance.
- Environmental Health and Enforcement: Active measures to tackle fly-tipping, dog fouling, abandoned vehicles, and noise nuisances for a safer community.
- Leisure and Community Support: Vibrant local events, funding for voluntary groups, and targeted programmes promoting health and wellbeing.
- Parking and Traffic Management: Convenient town centre parking solutions, permit schemes, and efficient management of penalty charge notices.
- Climate Change Initiatives: Practical toolkits and carbon-reduction programmes designed to help residents and businesses achieve sustainability goals.
Regenerating Our Town Centre
Driving economic prosperity across the borough involves major regeneration projects and supporting local business hubs like the Fareham Innovation Centre. Shaping the future of our community is a collaborative effort, which is why we invite everyone to participate in developing our new Local Plan.
Championing Green Initiatives
Reducing carbon emissions is central to our long-term vision, supported by practical resident toolkits and the installation of modern EV charging infrastructure. Working together, we can protect our beautiful local parks and woodland areas for future generations to enjoy.

