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Responsibilities in Lisbon’s City Cleaning
Practical Guide for AMEBEATO Members
Do you know who to contact when you find bulky waste on the street, overgrown weeds on the sidewalk, or a tree at risk? The division of responsibilities between the Lisbon City Council (CML) and the Parish Councils is not always clear — which is why we have prepared this quick guide, with concrete examples from Beato, so you can act effectively.
General Responsibilities — Lisbon City Council vs. Parish Councils
| Area / Task | Lisbon City Council (CML) | Parish Councils |
|---|---|---|
| Street cleaning | Mechanical cleaning and washing of main roads; enforcement clean-ups. | Manual sweeping and daily cleaning of local streets and sidewalks. |
| Street washing | Periodic mechanical washing of major roads and event areas. | Manual washing or small-machine washing in residential streets. |
| Trees | Emergency felling of hazardous trees; maintenance of trees on main avenues. | Pruning and maintenance of trees in local streets and gardens. |
| Weeds and vegetation | Cutting/clearing on plots >5000 m² or with slope >25%; verge cleaning on expressways. | Cutting weeds on sidewalks, flowerbeds, and local gardens. |
| Urban waste | Collection from recycling points and large-capacity containers; container washing; management of public litter bins. | Door-to-door household waste collection; cleaning and replacing local litter bins. |
| Bulky waste | Intervention in large-scale illegal dumping or in main road areas. | Free collection upon booking (furniture, mattresses, appliances). |
Why this matters: Knowing which body is responsible for each task avoids delays in solving problems and ensures your request goes directly to the right authority. In Beato, the Parish Council’s proximity allows for quick responses to everyday issues, while the CML handles larger-scale or higher-risk operations.
Practical Examples in Beato Parish
| Area / Situation | Example in Beato | Who to Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical cleaning of main road | Av. Infante D. Henrique — mechanical washing and post-event cleaning. | CML |
| Manual sweeping of local street | Rua do Grilo — daily cleaning of sidewalks and drains. | Beato Parish Council |
| Emergency felling of large tree | Alameda do Beato — crane intervention due to risk of falling. | CML |
| Pruning of local trees | Rua Capitão Leitão — pruning shade trees near homes. | Beato Parish Council |
| Weed cutting on sidewalk | Rua da Manutenção — removal of spontaneous vegetation along walls. | Beato Parish Council |
| Clearing of large plot | Vacant lot near Av. Marechal Gomes da Costa (>5000 m²). | CML |
| Bulky waste collection | Sofa left on Rua Gualdim Pais — collection upon booking. | Beato Parish Council |
| Large-scale illegal dumping | Abandoned rubble containers on Av. Infante D. Henrique. | CML |
Find Out More
Consult the official responsibilities of the Lisbon City Council and Parish Councils in these sources:
- Página oficial da CML sobre Limpeza e Manutenção https://www.lisboa.pt/temas/higiene-urbana/limpeza-e-manutencao
- Manual de Procedimentos de Limpeza Urbana da CML (PDF) https://recrutamento.cm-lisboa.pt/cmlisboa-wirerecruit/uploads/writer_file/document/174/manual_de__procedimentos_de_limpeza_urbana.pdf
- Lei n.º 56/2012 — Reorganização administrativa de Lisboa https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/lei/56-2012-191865
- Lei n.º 75/2013 — Regime jurídico das autarquias locais https://www.pgdlisboa.pt/leis/lei_mostra_articulado.php?nid=1990&tabela=leis
- Portal “Na Minha Rua LX” — para reportar ocorrências diretamente à entidade competente. https://naminharualx.cm-lisboa.pt/
Get Involved! If you find a situation that requires intervention, report it through the Beato Parish Council or the CML. Your participation helps keep Beato cleaner, safer, and more pleasant for everyone.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is based on legislation and information available at the time of writing. Responsibilities and procedures may change due to new laws, regulations, or agreements between the Lisbon City Council and Parish Councils. Please confirm with the relevant authorities before taking any action.
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