Application for Hedgerow Removal Notice

Information required and when required	Information Required/Guidance
Application for Hedgerow Removal Notice	Some hedgerows are protected under The Hedgerow Regulations (1997) and removing them could incur a fine up to £5,000. If a Hedgerow Removal Notice is submitted the following information will be required: A plan (preferably 1:2,500 scale) clearly identifying the hedgerow to be removed The reasons for removal Evidence the hedge is less than 30 years old A statement advising if you are the owner, tenant or manager of the hedgerow, or relevant utility company eligible to remove it.

Information required and when required

Information Required/Guidance

Some hedgerows are protected under The Hedgerow Regulations (1997) and removing them could incur a fine up to £5,000.

If a Hedgerow Removal Notice is submitted the following information will be required:

A plan (preferably 1:2,500 scale) clearly identifying the hedgerow to be removed
The reasons for removal
Evidence the hedge is less than 30 years old
A statement advising if you are the owner, tenant or manager of the hedgerow, or relevant utility company eligible to remove it.

Further Guidance