Garden maintenance

Garden responsibilities

Private Gardens

It’s your responsibility to keep your private garden areas tidy and maintained. This includes but is not limited to:

• grass
• trees
• plants
• bushes
• hedges

Trees, bushes and Hedges

You must not let any hedge or shrub grow more than two metres high, overhang pavements, cause obstruction or interfere with your neighbour's garden
You must not remove trees or hedges without getting our permission first

If you’re struggling or unable to manage your garden, we may be able to help. Either through our paid Garden Maintenance Scheme or by offering alternative support, depending on your requirements and eligibility.

Communal Gardens

We will maintain communal gardens throughout the year – which includes the grass, shrubs, hedges, trees and control any weeds. We will also ensure any areas such as paths and drying areas are safe from any defects, as part of our Well Managed Highways.

You must keep any communal garden area outside the property clean, tidy and free from rubbish or furniture at all times.