Estate Management Scheme
The Estate Management Scheme exists to protect the environment of Welwyn Garden City.
Welwyn Garden City is one of only two garden cities in the country. In recognition of the quality of the Garden City environment and to protect the amenities of residents, the High Court in 1973 imposed a Scheme of Management covering most of the town.
The Council is keen to ensure that the town's environment continues to be of the highest quality.
Consent is required for:
- Extensions and alterations
- Alterations to or replacement of external windows and doors.
- Garden Structures
- Walls and fences
- Hard surfaces
- Work to trees and hedgerows
This consent is separate from the need to apply for Planning Permission and Building Regulation approval which may also be required. For a list of works which need prior permission from Welwyn Hatfield Council please click here.
The Estate Management Scheme booklet gives more details.
The Estate Management Scheme Application Form can be downloaded here.
Click here for a map of the Estate Management Scheme - If you are situated in the pink you are covered by the Estate Management Scheme.