Agricultural Hedge FAQs
What constitutes a hedge under the 1997 Hedgerow
Regulations?
These regulations relate to any hedgerow that is growing on
agricultural land. There are a few exemptions and it is advisable
to discuss your individual case with our Landscape
Architect/Tree Officer. Telephone 01228 817535 or
email edadmin@carlisle.gov.uk
How do I apply to remove an agricultural
hedge?
An application to remove an agricultural hedge should be made on
the appropriate form available either by download, from the
Customer Contact Centre, or from the Planning
Policy Section.
How much does it cost to apply to remove an agricultural
hedge?
There is currently no charge for an application to remove an
agricultural hedge
What happens after I apply to remove an agricultural
hedge?
The Council must decide within six weeks if the hedgerow is an
important hedgerow as determined by the criteria set down in the
legislation.
What makes a hedgerow important?
The criteria for determining whether a hedgerow is important are
complicated. However they include the archaeological and historical
importance of the hedgerow and its wildlife and landscape
value.
What happens if the Council decides the hedgerow is
important?
We will place a hedgerow retention notice on the hedge.
This will prevent its removal. There is a right of appeal to
the Secretary of State against the serving of a hedgerow retention
notice.