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Upcoming elections

Get ready to vote on 7 May 2026 for who will represent you on West Surrey Council. This will replace Surrey County Council and 11 borough and district councils (including Guildford) from 1 April 2027.

Find out more information about the upcoming election.

High hedge disputes

Appealing against our decision

The person who makes a complaint and the hedge owner can appeal against our decision. Appeals go to the Planning Inspectorate. Either party can appeal if they want us:

  • to issue a remedial notice
  • not to issue a remedial notice
  • to change the terms of a remedial notice
  • to withdraw a remedial notice
  • to dismiss or relax the terms of a remedial notice

You need to appeal within 28 days of hearing our decision.

Submit an appeal (opens new window)

You can find more information about appealing against our decision on the government's website (opens new window).