The majority of grass verges adjacent to roads are within the public highway and therefore come under the responsibility of the Council as Highway Authority. Some verges can be classified as ‘highway enclosures’.
These verges are also maintained by the Council, even though they are no part of the public highway. Some verges on council housing estates will be maintained by the housing division of the Council, rather than the Highway Maintenance Group. If you live on a council housing estate you should contact your local neighbourhood office.
In fulfilling its responsibilities as Highway Authority, the Council is required to keep verges safe and unobstructed and this is particularly important at road junctions where clear visibility for motorists and pedestrians is important.
The Council arranges grass cutting through its parks contractor, Glendale. Funding is allocated annually through the routine highways maintenance budget to ensure that grass cutting is continued throughout the growing season.
FAQs
Can the Council arrange for the grass verge in my road to be cut?
If the grass verge has become overgrown please contact us using the details below or use the online Street Fault reporting form. If you live on a Council housing estate please contact your local neighbourhood office.