allotment rules
One. Allotments.
An allotment garden is defined as an allotment not exceeding forty poles (approx 16.5 ft/5m per pole), which is cultivated by the occupier for the production of vegetables or fruit crops for consumption by the tenant and their family, and for no other purpose.
Two. Grass.
Grass areas are permitted but may only form pathways, small seating or fruited areas.
Grass to be maintained to a height less than 10cm throughout the growing season.
An area no greater than 25% of the allotment plot may be used for leisure gardening purposes such as growing flowers or creating and maintaining a bio-diversity habitat.
Three. Weeds.
The plot must be kept free from weeds as far as is reasonably practicable and the spread of weeds onto neighbouring plots avoided by removal of seed heads before the seed has set.
Four. Water.
The use of hosepipes and sprinklers is permitted subject to the requirements of the statutory water provider.
Five. Illegal Substances.
It is strictly prohibited to grow plants which produce illegal substances or are otherwise prescribed. Plants that may cause anaphylactic shock will be clearly labelled.
Six. Abuse.
Physical, verbal or non-verbal harassment on the basis of race, gender, religion, age, disability or sexual orientation is not acceptable.
Seven. Buildings.
The tenant is not to erect any building or any other structure of any type without permission of the Council.
Where that permission is given the structure must be maintained in a fully serviceable condition at all times.
Eight. Bonfires.
The tenant must not set bonfires to dispose of any waste unless prior consent of the council has been obtained. Permission may be granted between October and March. Tenants are encouraged to compost at all other times of the year.
Nine. Livestock.
No livestock may be kept on the plot other than hens, bees or rabbits for personal use.
Provided that there is no danger to health, as animal welfare is a priority.
Cockerels are not permitted due to noise nuisance.
Ten. Bees.
Bee keeping is permitted subject to a licensing condition between the council and the tenant, provided that adjacent allotment holders do not object.
A person wanting to keep bees will be a member of the local Beekeeping Association, and have public liability insurance to a minimum of £5m.
The tenant, observing and performing the conditions and obligations on their part contained in this agreement…
…may peacefully use and enjoy the allotment garden without any interruption.