Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960: Section 3
1. (Insert No) caravans only to be stationed at the site.
2. Mains water to be provided and maintained on the site, the supply to be situated not more than 18 metres from any standing.
3. A chemical closet shall be provided on the site and the contents thereof be disposed of in such a manner as to prevent nuisance arising.
4. A proper galvanised dustbin to be provided on the site for the storage of refuse. The occupier of the site to comply with the Council’s bye-law regarding accessibility for the removal of refuse.
5. Subject to the following variations, every caravan shall be not less than 6 metres from any other caravan which is occupied separately and not less than 2 metres from a road. The point of measurement for porches, awnings, etc. is the exterior cladding of the caravans.
- Porches of the open type may protrude 1 metres into the 6 metres separation distance.
- Where awnings are used the distance between any part of the awning and any adjoining caravan shall be not less than 3 metres. Awnings shall not be used for sleeping or cooking and shall neither face each other nor touch.
- Eaves, drainpipes and bay windows may extend into the 6 metre space provided that the total distance between the extremities of 2 adjacent units shall not be less than 5.25 metres.
- Where there are ramps for wheelchair users, verandahs or stairs extending from the unit and, there shall be 4.5 metres clear space between them and two such items shall not face each other in any space. If such items are enclosed, they shall be considered as part of the unit and, as such, shall not extend into the 6 metre space.
- A garage, shed or covered storage space shall be permitted between units only if it is of non-combustible construction (including noncombustible roof) and sufficient space is maintained around each unit so as not to prejudice means of escape in case of fire. Windows in such structures shall not face towards the units on either side. Car ports and covered walkways shall in no circumstances be allowed within the 6 metre space.
6. There shall be situated within 30 metres of the caravan a clearly marked and easily accessible “fire point”. The fire point shall consist of any one of the following:
- A water standpipe with a hose reel not less than 30 metres in length terminating in a hand control nozzle.
- A minimum of two water extinguishers each of at least 9 litres capacity.
- A water tank of at least 500 litres capacity fitted with a hinged cover and provided with 2 buckets and 1 hand pump or bucket pump.
7. A means of raising the alarm in the event of fire shall be provided at each fire point by way of a manually operated bell or other sounder.
8. All alarm and fire fighting equipment shall be maintained in working order at all times, and shall be inspected and tested at regular intervals.
9. There shall be situated a visible sign indicating the name of the site.
10. Long grass and vegetation shall be cut at regular intervals, sufficient to prevent it becoming a fire hazard to caravans or other buildings on the site.
11. Each caravan shall be provided with at least one smoke detection alarm, which shall be regularly tested to ensure its correct operation.
12. The layout of the site shall not be varied without the prior written consent of the Head of Environmental Health Services, which consent shall not reasonably be withheld.
13. No caravan intended for residential purposes shall be brought onto the site unless it complies with British Standard 3632.