RP20: Relocation of sheep dips and pens
What is RP20?
RP20 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £3544.71 per year for relocation of sheep dips and pens.
What do I need to do?
* Install a new sheep dip bath and holding pens
* Ensure dip baths are impermeable , have no drain outlet , and comply with the Groundwater Protection Code
* Install dip baths and drain pens at least 10m from watercourses , 30m from watercourses draining into protected sites , and 50m from springs, wells, or boreholes
* Avoid installation on slopes or under-drained land if there's a risk of spillage draining to a watercourse, road, or track
You must install:
What evidence do I need?
You must keep written support from your Catchment Sensitive Farming adviser and provide this with your application.
You must also keep photographs of the completed work and provide with your claim.
You must also keep and provide on request:
any consents or permissions connected with the work
* receipted invoices or bank statements where a receipted invoice is unavailable
How much does RP20 pay?
RP20 pays £3544.71 per year.
Which land is eligible?
See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.
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This information is provided by Farmwalk based on published government guidance. Always check the latest guidance on GOV.UK.
