Officials led by Klong Luang clerk Pitchaya Piarat presented a state-issued letter to the couple to clear all the garbage they had compiled for proper disposal.

Neighbours told officials that the couple had kept garbage inside and outside the home for years and would scold anyone who told them to clean it up.

Neighbours, who had complained of public disturbance, traffic blockage and a fire hazard affecting the whole community, said they were relieved that officials cleared the garbage away.