HEF1 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £5 per year for maintain weatherproof traditional farm or forestry buildings.

* Complete a visual building maintenance assessment annually and carry out necessary routine maintenance and minor repairs on a ‘like for like’ basis using traditional materials.

* Complete a visual building wildlife assessment annually, retain existing features used by bats, owls, and kestrels, and install boxes if required.

* If bat activity is identified, get advice from a licensed ecological consultant and comply with legal requirements before carrying out work.

* Produce a photographic record of the building's condition at the start, and written or photographic records of assessments and completed repairs.

* Do not sell or convert the building to non-agricultural/forestry use during the 3-year duration.

HEF1 pays £5 per year.

See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.

This information is provided by Farmwalk based on published government guidance. Always check the latest guidance on GOV.UK.