Register a village green
You can register a piece of land as a new town or village green. You must show local people have used it for sports or recreation for at least 20 years 'as of right'. This means without permission, secrecy, or force.
If you own the land, you can choose to register it as a new village green. You do not have to provide any evidence of use.
If the land is being affected by or is identified for development, you can't apply. Check development plans with your district council.
Before you apply
Check the applications register (PDF, 74.3 KB) before applying. This allows you to see if anyone else has applied to register for the same piece of land.
Apply
There is no fee for applying to register a new village green. This is due to section 15 of the Commons Act 2006.
To apply either:
- download the village green application pack (PDF, 550.9 KB). This also includes the CA9 form and guidance.
- complete the online form via GOV.UK
Public inquiries
Find out about current village green consultations.
Contact us
We're here to help you and answer any other questions. Email commons.villagegreens@kent.gov.uk and we'll get back to you.
How we use your personal information
Check our privacy policy to see how we use your personal information. This also includes when you comment on an application.