High Hedges - New Legislation
Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003 Part 8 High Hedges Legislation
The High Hedges provisions came into force on 1 June 2005.
Guidance/Further information
An informative leaflet 'High Hedges: Complaining to the Council' (pdf file) is available from the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister Tel: 0870 1226 236. This very informative leaflet gives answers to commonly asked questions on this subject and is a useful guide. We would strongly advise reading this leaflet before proceeding with any complaint.
Government Advice
The Government advises that you are first required to demonstrate to the Council that you have taken all reasonable and appropriate steps to resolve the situation. This should include at least two recent letters written to your neighbour and any subsequent correspondence (eg. solicitors letters, notes of arbitration). Failure to provide such information will result in the return of your complaint.
Costs involved with High Hedges Complaints
Cabinet has resolved that a fee of £500 is to be charged for dealing with High Hedges complaints. This recognises the full costs to the Council of dealing with formal complaints made under this new legislation.
Request application form
If, after careful consideration, you wish to proceed with your complaint you should contact Hazel Carter on 01892 602451 to request an application form and for any other information.
