Sheds and Other Structures. The size of sheds, and other structures permitted shall be determined as a proportion of the area of the Plot concerned and no more than 25% of the area of a Plot shall be occupied by a shed or other structure.
Sheds and Other Structures. 5.1 The Tenant must not erect buildings or structures of any kind, including fences on the Allotment plot (or Allotment site), other than as detailed below. Where pre-existing older structures exist on an Allotment plot then their replacement must be in accordance with the clauses below.
5.2 A Tenant can erect a small shed on an Allotment plot measuring a maximum size of 6ft x 4ft (1.8m x 1.2m). The shed must be new or in good condition, contain no glass windows and be placed on a removable base such as timber bearers or concrete slabs. Installation of gutters to collect rainwater from shed roofs is encouraged and where a shed is installed at least one water butt should be included for rainwater harvesting.
5.3 A Tenant can erect a small greenhouse on an Allotment plot measuring a maximum size of 6ft x 4ft (1.8m x 1.2m). The greenhouse must be new or in good condition, contain no glass and be placed on a removable base such as timber bearers or concrete slabs.
Sheds and Other Structures. It is the tenant’s responsibility to protect, secure and insure their personal belongings including sheds and other structures. Any loss by accident, fire, theft or damage of any structures, tools, plants or contents on the allotment is the responsibility of the tenant. Anyone wishing to erect a new shed, glass house, poly tunnel or fruit cage or any other structure or is considering replacing an existing shed, glass house, poly tunnel or fruit cage or any other structure must obtain authorisation in advance by contacting the Council’s Allotments Officer. Anyone found to have erected a new structure or replaced an existing structure without the necessary consent may be asked to dismantle and remove the structure from site. The maximum number of structures per plot, dependent on the size of the plot is one shed and a maximum of two other structures, for example: 1 x glass house and 1 x poly tunnel or 2 x glass houses, on their plot. Structures should not exceed 2.5m in height. Sheds and sided structures should be included within the 25% area allowed for non cultivation. Poly tunnels, glass houses and fruit cages will be included within the 75% cultivated area. Any structure on the allotment must be temporary, maintained in a safe condition and not constructed from hazardous waste. If the Council identify any concerns with the safety or appearance of the structure the Council will contact the plot holder and request either repairs or removal is carried out. Failure to undertake the works to the standard acceptable by the Council may result in the Council taking action to either dismantle the structure which may also involve removal from site. Any costs incurred by the Council will be recharged to the allotment holder.
Sheds and Other Structures. It is the tenant’s responsibility to protect, secure and insure their personal belongings including sheds and other structures. Any loss by accident, fire, theft or damage of any structures, tools, plants, or contents on the allotment is the responsibility of the tenant. Sheds must be made of wood and no bigger than 1.8m x 1.2m (6ft x 4ft.). The structure must not cast shade on neighbouring plots. It will be part of the allowed 33.3% non-cultivation. The size of structures other than sheds will be dealt with on an individual basis. Polytunnels are as follows: half plots max size 3m x 2m, full plots max 4m x 3m. Only one polytunnel on the plot. Micro plots: no polytunnel allowed. Anyone wishing to erect a new shed, glass house, polytunnel, fruit frame or any other structure or is considering replacing an existing shed, glass house, polytunnel or any other structure must complete an application form which can be found online at xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/xxxxxxxxxx. This application form will be sent to LLAS for consideration and then to the council for written permission. Anyone found to have erected a new structure or replaced an existing structure without the necessary consent will be asked to dismantle and remove the structure from site. Structures should not exceed 2.5m in height. Those with fruit frames must comply with all regulations concerning netting (see Appendix 2). Netted cages must be inspected regularly and frequently for holes, damage, and trapped wildlife which must be free immediately and vet assistance obtained where necessary. If distressed/trapped wildlife becomes a regular and serious issue, then the owner of the offending fruit cage will be asked to remove all netting. It is the responsibility of the tenant to protect and preserve wildlife (except vermin) on their plot. Fencing, barbed wire, netting etc is not allowed adjoining any communal path. Boundary xxxxxx are not permitted. All structures must be set back a minimum of 1 foot (12 inches/30.5cms) from the plot boundaries. Fences should be within the boundary of the plot. Any structure on the allotment must be temporary, maintained in a safe condition and not constructed from hazardous waste. If the council identify any concerns with the safety or appearance of the structure the council will contact the plot holder and request either repairs or removal is carried out. Failure to undertake the works to the standard acceptable by the council will result in the council acting to...
Sheds and Other Structures. Tenants are permitted to erect sheds and other structures on an allotment plot, subject to the following conditions:-
