New Tenants – Probationary Period
Once you have signed your Tenancy Agreement, you will have three months to demonstrate that you are actively working on your plot. Within this period, at least 40% of the plot should be under cultivation.
If you feel that maintaining a plot is too much or your circumstances change, please inform us as soon as possible—ideally within the probationary period.
If we find that little or no work has been carried out on your plot during the first three months, your tenancy may be terminated.
Allotment Inspections and Maintenance Guidelines
Allotments are inspected regularly throughout the year to ensure the site remains safe, well-maintained, and enjoyable for all tenants. The Council may carry out inspections at any time and will note any plots that appear neglected or where weeds may be spreading to neighbouring plots. Inspections are not intended to intrude or cause offense, but to ensure that all tenants can enjoy a pleasant, peaceful, and productive growing space.
Changes in Personal Circumstances
We understand that personal circumstances can sometimes prevent tenants from working on their plots. If this happens but you still wish to keep your allotment, please contact us. We can take such situations into consideration before issuing any formal notices.
Weed Notice Letters
If a plot is found to be overgrown or untidy, a Weed Notice Letter may be issued.
This will request that you:
- Cultivate the plot,
- Remove all flowering weeds,
- Tidy up any rubbish or debris.
You will have four weeks to make a start on the requested actions. If there is no clear improvement, your tenancy may be at risk of termination.