Frequently Asked Questions
Browse questions frequently asked Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
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Common FAQs
Q: Are there any concessions if I am in receipt of benefits?
Q: Are there any schemes available that could bring the Arts to my area?
Q: How do I apply for council housing?
Q: Who do I need to contact regarding the removal of rubbish?
Q: What is the Local Development Framework (LDF)?
Q: Can I cut branches overhanging my boundary?
Yes. As long as you ensure that you know where your actual boundary is. Fences, hedges and ditches often mark the legal boundary between properties but such boundaries do not always follow an obvious line on the ground.
In cases where you are in dispute with your neighbour, you would be wise to take legal advice before cutting any vegetation. It is also good practice to discuss any proposed works with your neighbour before you carry them out. Only branches overhanging your boundary can be cut and they must be cut in a way that will not compromise the health of the trees or shrubs.
If the trees you intend to trim are protected by a 'Tree Preservation Order' or a 'Planning Condition', or if it they are in a 'conservation area', you will need to get the Borough Council's permission for the work. Please call 01455 231841 to find out if the trees you are concerned with are protected.
