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Are hedgerows protected?

April 26, 2017hedgerows protected

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Are hedgerows protected?

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Hedgerows on non-domestic land are usually protected by the Hedgerow Regulations 1997. These may consist of hedgerows on field boundaries or roadsides for example, but not on garden boundaries. If someone wishes to completely remove a section of protected hedgerow they must make a formal removal application to the council. There is no charge for such an application but the application has a six-week deadline date and no work may commence until the council’s decision is made available.

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A. Hedgerows are generally not protected in Northern Ireland. However, breeding birds and their nests are protected during the bird-breeding season under the Wildlife (NI) Order 1985. A hedge must not be removed during the bird-breeding season (1st March to 31st August).