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The licence or privilege hereby granted shall continue until determined by either party giving to the other one calendar month’s notice in writing.

The council shall not be liable for any damage occasioned to the structure nor for the loss of or damage to any tools or other property placed in the same by the tenant or any other person. The tenancy may also be terminated by the council as is provided for at section 1(1) of the Allotments Act 1922. A tenant may terminate the tenancy at any time. Services of notices to keep the allotment clean, free from weeds and cultivated with compost or recognised soil improver and maintain it in a good state of cultivation and fertility In event of any breach or non-performance of the aforegoing conditions with reference to the structure it shall be lawful for the council forthwith to revoke and put an end to the licence or privilege hereby previously granted in respect of the structure. to observe and perform all conditions and covenants in agreement under which an allotment association holds the land

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not without the written consent of the council or an allotment association, erect or place or permit on the allotment garden any building, greenhouse, polythene tunnel or other structure except as those permitted. See structure rules All buildings to be of a semi permanent nature (For example, minimal or no foundations) and soundly constructed of an approved commercially available type. Used or home built structures should comply with the size guidelines shown above and be constructed to an acceptable standard. Growing tunnels are to be constructed of a single sheet of clear polythene or plastic over a minimum of 5 rigid hoops. Maximum height is to be 2.5 metres with overall maximum size of 5.4 metres by 3 metres.

I will keep the list updated as best I can, they are in high demand – some even have waiting lists closed 🙁 As per allotment agreement, it is the plot holders responsibility to cleanse, repair and maintain all ditches, fences, gates and paths forming part of or adjoining the plot excluding the boundary fences of the Allotment Gardens. not to cause any nuisance or annoyance to the occupier of any other allotment nor the occupiers of any neighbouring property nor obstruct nor encroach upon any path set out for the use of the occupiers of the allotments. Failure to observe this condition will constitute a serious breach of this agreement on the part of the tenant and will result in one month’s notice to terminate the tenancy The Council will formally inspect allotments during the main growing season and on an ad hoc basis throughout the year. We do this to benefit current tenants, people on the waiting list, the surrounding community and the local environment.

Only burn dry garden waste to avoid problems with smoke inform neighbouring properties of your intention to light a fire, giving them time to bring in any washing or to close windows Do not bring domestic waste to the allotments to burn – this is an offence.

if any tenant (including a joint tenant) is in breach of the allotment rules affecting the allotment or any other terms of condition of their tenancy. one growing tunnel (maximum size 5.4m by 3m by 2.25m high) on their plot, the structure must be erected on the position agreed.Working Tax Credit with NHS tax credit exemption certificate (we will need to see your award letter and your NHS tax credit exemption certificate) Do not bring anything onto the allotments if you are not going to use it on your plot. Compost where possible The community at Chapel House Farm Allotments is dedicated to promoting sustainable and organic gardening practices. They organize various activities throughout the year, including seed swaps, workshops, and social events. If you are interested in learning more about gardening or want to connect with a like-minded community, Chapel House Farm Allotments is a great place to start. not without the written consent of the council, prune any timber or other trees on the allotment boundary and not to sell or carry away any turf, mineral or gravel, sand or clay. Tenants are not allowed to carry on any trade or business from their plot The rent for each allotment is paid yearly in advance on 1 October. If the rent is unpaid by 10 December (unless the council agrees in writing to the contrary) the tenancy terminates automatically. The council reserves the right to increase the rent on and from 1 October in any year after giving the tenant not less than six months written notice. Joint tenancy

The tenant shall not buy or sell any allotment produce in the structure nor carry on any trade or business whatever therefrom nor use the same for the storage of any items not for accepted use in managing an allotment. A 25% concession for all full time students, which includes those at college, university and those completing a Masters degree or PhD. an application for JAA must be made by the existing tenant with someone who is not otherwise the sole or joint tenant of any other allotment in LeedsThe design and construction of the structure shall be subject to the previous approval of the council and no alteration or addition to the structure shall be made without the consent in writing of the council having first been obtained. The structure shall be kept by the tenant at all times in a clean and tidy condition and in good state of repair. The allotments are also home to a community clubhouse, which hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year, including social events, workshops, and educational talks. If you want to connect with a passionate and welcoming community of gardeners, Clubmoor Allotments and Community Clubhouse is a great place to start. to cultivate the whole of the allotment personally and not to underlet, assign, exchange or part with the possession of the allotment or any part of it without the written consent of the council