Tractor causes excitement in Torgau: Who takes care of the scrap heap?

Tractor causes excitement in Torgau: Who takes care of the scrap heap?

Torgau. The parked tractor in the northwest district continues to provide discussion among the residents. While the cattle trailer, which originally stood next to the tractor, has currently disappeared, the underlying machine remains unemployed by the Fasanenweg. It is unclear who the trailer belonged and where he stayed. However, there are worrying circumstances around the tractor, because operating substances run out, which could be potentially harmful to the environment.

Another controversial point is that the tractor was allegedly offset by children or adolescents. Despite this movement, the underlying machine can still be found unchanged at its location. This situation triggers concern for both passers -by and the residents, since the question remains how this losing vehicle continues.

Responsibility remains with the vehicle owner

The city administration of Torgau and the district office in North Saxony have made it clear on inquiries that the matter must primarily be regulated privately. The owner of the tractor is therefore asked to act proactively. The city is reluctant, although the tractor is already in a state that is no longer usable.

dr. Eckhard Rexroth, the first deputy of the district of North Saxony, said that the tractor is on a property that currently serves as a construction site area for the municipal utility. He adds that the district office is not directly responsible due to the urban property. Nevertheless, the lower soil protection authority of the district will take care of the expiring operating fluids and contact the city, to discuss the appropriate measures.

Follow and next steps

In terms of the disposal of the tractor, Rexroth expresses that responsibility is legally defined. The responsibility for the disposal or recycling of old vehicles on public areas lies at the North Saxony district. However, the question remains under what conditions the waste law applies if the possession of the tractor can be clearly determined.

An essential point is the owner's "will to get rid of". An examination by the responsible authorities is required to determine whether the vehicle owner is actually willing to give up ownership. As long as this review is pending, the district office remains passive on this matter.

If the will to the task of the vehicle is recognizable and the last holder can be identified, the waste authority asked the tractor to collect the tractor. If this call is not fulfilled, the vehicle is provided with a sticker that stipulates a deadline for collection. Otherwise, the district will take responsibility, whereby the costs incurred will be invoiced to the owner.

This remains unresolved for the time being. The question of when or whether the tractor is removed remains open. However, it is certain that the responsibility to clarify the matter ultimately lies with the owner of the vehicle. So far, it remains uncertain whether and in what form the city or the district office will become active to prevent environmental damage or to address the situation directly. For detailed information about the responsibilities and possible measures, an article at www.torgauerzeitung.de to be referred.