Council bosses have have denied rumours that asylum seekers are being housed in Brightlingsea.
In a statement, the town council sought to clarify its position and what the process is if a case of the town providing accommodation arose.
The Gazette understands the concerns follows rumours of asylum seekers being housed in empty properties.
In the statement, the council said: “Brightlingsea Town Council wishes to clarify that neither councillors, officers, nor the mayor, after extensive research, have identified any substantive information to confirm that such a proposal exists.
“At this stage, the matter appears to be based solely on rumours circulating within the community.”
The town council says it is unlikely to be consulted over asylum seekers, but Tendring Council could have a say and consult the town council.
However, the ultimate decision lies with the government.
Considering the size and location of Brightlingsea, the town council said it would object to any plans due to further pressures on infrastructure and services, as well as policing issues.
“Brightlingsea has a population of approximately 10,000 and lies on a peninsula with only a single road connecting it to the rest of Tendring,” the council said.
“Any significant, sudden increase in population in such a geographically constrained area would place unsustainable pressure on local infrastructure and risk altering the character of the town to the long-term detriment of its residents.
“We hope this sets out clearly what Brightlingsea Town Council’s involvement and attitude are concerning this issue.
“We will, of course, continue to monitor the situation as best we can going forward.
“However, without further confirmed and verified information, we will not be able to comment further.”