Mayor Jan Hamming declined to introduce a ban on outdoor sleeping in the General Local Regulation, stating he already has sufficient powers to intervene against nuisance. He ordered an investigation into the camper site on Wandelweg in Wormerveer following an urgent appeal from local residents, who claim people are now living permanently in caravans with awnings, causing nuisance and pollution. Residents say the site allows five campers at a time for a maximum of three 24-hour periods, but enforcement has repeatedly failed. Reported issues include alcohol use by long-term users, alleged drug dealers, environmental pollution including faeces, and incidents involving a dog; some campers are moving to other parking areas.
