Bonfires are not allowed on any council allotment site, except around November 5, when allotment associations can apply to the Portsmouth City Council events department for permission to hold an annual bonfire in a safe communal area. This allows allotment holders to dispose of combustible material. We will tell you if a bonfire is planned. Compost your green waste there are several communal compost areas for green items and tree branches etc can be stacked by the woodchip area to be shredded.

Each plot is permitted a shed & greenhouse no bigger than 8ft x 6ft, any additional structures including poly tunnels must be applied for to the council (either directly or via the association). In addition if you wanted to have 2 sheds or 2 greenhouses instead of 1 of each, you need written permission from PCC Allotments department.

It is not permitted for any plot holder to enter another plot without the specfic agreement of the plot holder

Parking is limited so plot holders should avoid mutiple car usage at the allotment (try for one plot one car) of course vistors are welcome. Park sensibly and squarely to maximise space, some plots do have the ability and space for vehicles to park alongside the plot, however this should never impact other plot holders. If you are using the access paths to drop off heavy items, return to the car park or make sure you are not obstructing other plot holders.. At weekends (busy time) We do have the use of the car parks in the Busy Bee Nursery.

If you have rubbish to dispose of it is your responsibility to do so properly, at a recycling centre such as Port Solent. Fly-tipping on allotment sites is extremely antisocial and illegal and is a breach of your tenancy

Always lock the gates after entering or leaving the site, It is not permitted to sub-let your allotment, you can have listed co-workers with the council and only plot holders or co workers should have an access key

Site keys are for Plot holders and registered co-workers, the duplication of keys for non plot holders is strictly forbidden and may be considered a breach of your tenancy.

Plot inspections are carried out by the council (monthly spring to autumn), Plots are expected to show regular upkeep (tideness, rubbish, weeds etc) 75% should be put to the growing of plants. If the inspector considers a plot to be in disrepute, a letter will be issued to the plot owner to rectify the problems. If a plot holder takes no action after subsequent letters the council can revoke the tenancy and allow new tenants. The inspectors are reasonable and understand that people go on holidays, have illness etc they simply want to ensure that the plots are being managed. If you encounter problems preventing your attendance and maintenance of your plot, contact the secretary of the association and inform them. It may be possible to illicit the support of other members or at least make allowances for difficult situations....

If you encounter any security concerns such as , vandalism, un-authorised visitors, Anti Social behavior, then inform one of the association officers at the earliest opportunity