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It is a requirement under the Housing Act 2004, as well as in Circular 01/2006 (Planning for Gypsy and Traveller Caravan Sites), for local authorities to assess Gypsy and Traveller accommodation needs and to identify land on which pitches could be placed.
We have prepared a list of our most frequently asked questions. We hope these are useful to you.
Information explloring the history and legal rights of Travellers/Gypsies and land owners.
There are several ways to make comments to us about the issues.
This section aims to provide you with the latest information on the Government's requirement for local authorities, including Hertsmere Borough Council, to identify land on which to facilitate sufficient pitches for Gypsies and Travellers.
A series of public meetings have been organised by the council to give residents information on our responsibilities to identify site(s) for Travellers and Gypsies.
Six local authorities within Hertfordshire commissioned independent research to identify potential areas for pitches across south and west Hertfordshire.