If development land becomes an eyesore, then it is worth remembering that an LA may serve a notice on the occupier (or land owner) when litter or refuse accumulates on open land ‘so as to be detrimental to the amenity of the locality’. Such a notice will require the land to be cleared; if the LA thinks the problem is likely to recur, then the notice can also require the owner or occupier to take reasonable steps to prevent it. Failure to comply can result in a fine of up to £2,500.