Structures in parks and open spaces

Please note that a license fee and bond will be required for each license upon approval.

We recommend you read our Policy for the placing of structures on Kirklees Council land

If you have a query, contact Corporate Facilities Management for advice:

Allow a realistic timescale for the delivery of a project

To achieve an agreement for a project requires developing an acceptable design and acquiring the necessary approvals. These include:

• Approval from the council as landlord
• Any statutory approvals like planning permission
• Support from ward councillors and interested community groups

This can be a complex process involving consultations with many agencies and third parties. Only make an application after reading the policy and consulting appropriately.

Don't apply for statutory approvals until you receive Stage 1 approval

Apply for a structure in a park or open space

Fill in our online form

Clock Completing this form takes around 10 minutes.

Paperclip You must provide a brief description of the structre, e.g.type, including size, proposed construction material(s), plans and drawings if available.

Paperclip You must tell us how the memorial will be maintained.

Apply to erect a structure in a park or open space

After you've applied

• The proposal will be considered by council officers in consultation with elected members and other relevant parties.
• Reference will be made where necessary to the council's Cabinet Committee Assets.
• You will be notified in writing whether your application is successful and you have approval in principle.

If you are successful

You progess to Stage 2 where you must apply for and secure planning permission and any associated consents.

Once the principle of the memorial has been agreed, your application(s) for planning permission can be submitted.

You can Get pre-application planning advice from the council or seek external professional planning advice, for instance from an architect.

You are also responsible for obtaining any other associated statutory approvals and consents, such as building regulations approval.

Once the planning application has been determined and necessary approvals granted, the council will:

• issue the licence agreement for the site of the memorial.
• agree access arrangements and timescales for the installation of the memorial.