Capital Works

The success of many environmental schemes depends on capital works such as peat restoration, fencing and tree planting. Here we explore how you can obtain consent for the works and options to bank roll the payments to contractors.

Applying for Consent to Carry out Works

The Commons Act 2006 requires that consent is obtained for any works, including fencing, which may prevent or impede access to a common. For more information and guidance on this, click below.

Fencing and Other Works on Common Land

There is a legal presumption that common land will remain unenclosed, unbuilt upon and free from fences and other works that impinge on access to the land.

This protection is valued and guarded by those who live close to commons, recreational users of commons and by organisations such as the Open Spaces Society. It is therefore very important to understand the legal position and requirements before attempting to carry out any works on common land. For more information, click below.