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Order, replace, or renew bins
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/rubbish/order-binsRequest a new or replacement bin, including damaged bin replacements, larger or smaller bins, garden waste subscriptions, and bins for new properties. Learn abo...
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Community funding
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/community/fundingFind out what Breckland Council has funded in your community on our Make a Grant Enquiry Before applying for a grant from Breckland Council, let us help you ide...
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Dog Warden service
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/dog-warden-serviceThe dog warden service is operated by. If your dog is injured your local vets should be able to help. Consult if you aren't familiar with a vet. If you have con...
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Pre-application Advice
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/planning/pre-applicationWe do not provide advice on whether planning permission is required (such as 'does my extension/fence/garage conversion need planning permission or not?') You a...
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Permitted Development and Prior Approvals
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/planning/permissionNew buildings, major alterations, enlargement of existing buildings and changes in the use of buildings and land are defined as development. You are responsible...
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Trees in Conservation Areas
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/planning/conservation-areasConservation areas are parts of towns and villages that have been identified as being of special architectural or historic interest. The council aims to preserv...
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When is a Tree Survey Necessary?
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/planning/when-is-a-tree-survey-necessaryWhat is a tree? For most planning purposes surveys should include any tree with a stem diameter of more than 75mm, measured at 1.5m above ground level. When wil...
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Tree Preservation Orders
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/tree-preservation-ordersMany trees in the Breckland district are protected by a Tree Preservation Order. These are trees of a high amenity value or which have a significant impact on t...
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How to get a Tree Preserved
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/tree-countryside/how-to-get-tree-preservedTree Preservation Orders (TPOs) are usually served when the tree/s are under some form of demonstrable threat e.g., threat of removal or being pruned inappropri...
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Hedgerow Regulations
https://www.breckland.gov.uk/planning/hedgerow-regulationsHedgerows are probably the defining feature of the agricultural landscapes of Breckland. We want to see important hedgerows retained for landscape, historical o...