Decision details

High Hedge Complaint Fee

Decision Maker: Assistant Director - Planning and Strategic Infrastructure

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

To increase the fee for a High Hedge Complaint to £550.

Reasons for the decision:

SHDC charges have remained the same for a significant period and officers feel that they should be increased to a level more reflective of the cost recovery and in line with the fees charged by other authorities.

Alternative options considered:

To retain a High Hedge complaint charge at lower rate

Conflict of Interest: N/A

Equalities Issues: N/A

Contact: Rachael Leggett, Group Manager - Planning Support Email: Rachael.leggett@boston.gov.uk.

Publication date: 24/03/2025

Date of decision: 24/03/2025