Gate - Self-closing, One-way Opening Gate
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Date published: 14 May, 2021
Date superseded: 18 February, 2022
For recent changes to this guidance, please see the bottom of the page.
Aim
To be used to enable access where a path crosses a field boundary such as fences or walls. Provides a robust, accessible and easy to use self-closing gate, suitable for multi-use. A one-way opening gate is less preferable than a two-way gate, but can help manage livestock pressures, roadsides access and can perform as a vehicle barrier.
Eligibility
Any land is eligible, and the gate should be on an existing, upgraded or new path.
Requirements
Galvanised steel gate:
- 1.2m height from ground level
- 1.5m minimum width of opening
- made of galvanised steel H-frame, set in concrete to 0.7m depth
- self-closing hinges or equivalent self-closing mechanism
- easy-operation latch
- gate stop
Timber gate:
- 1.2m height from ground level
- 1.5m minimum width of opening
- hanging post and shutting post min 2440x150x150mm
- set in rammed stone and earth or concrete min 0.7m deep
- self-closing hinges or equivalent self-closing mechanism
- gate uprights min 75x75mm
- easy-operation latch
- gate stop
Additionally:
- Surfaces through gates must tie in with path, be firm, level and well drained.
- Where one-way opening gates are installed adjacent to roads they should open away from the road.
- A one-way opening gate should open into the side used by livestock.
- Gate must self-close.
- Photographic evidence: You must keep a photographic record of the gate installation showing works below ground level.
Payment
You can claim £350 each.
Inspections
The inspectors will check:
- The location and extent of the work as is detailed in the contract schedule of works and contract map.
- That the capital item requirements have been met as detailed above.
- That photographic evidence has been provided as detailed above.
Recent changes
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