My neighbours have ahigh hedge, what can I do about it?
The high hedges legislation applies to evergreen and semi-evergreen hedges over 2m high. The legislation provides for those who feel that a neighbour’s hedge is hindering the reasonable enjoyment of their property to submit a formal complaint (with a fee) to the Council. The Council will then investigate the matter and may, if considered appropriate, serve a notice on the hedge owner requiring them to reduce the hedge in height.For further information see the “High hedges: complaining to the council” leaflet. In most cases, it is possible for neighbours to agree upon a course of action between them without a formal complaint being necessary. This is certainly the preferable approach for all concerned. If you are unable to reach agreement with your neighbours, try contacting Woking Community Mediation Service.
