RP4: Livestock and machinery hardcore tracks
What is RP4?
RP4 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £44.63 per year for livestock and machinery hardcore tracks.
What do I need to do?
Complete the works following the detailed advice provided.
You must complete the works following this advice.
excavate a trench at least 2.4m wide and at least 150 millimetres (mm) deep, or down to a naturally occurring hard surface
profile the edge of the track with the excavated soil
overlay the area with a geotextile membrane if the base of the trench lies on subsoil – a geotextile membrane is not needed if the base is bedrock or chalk
What evidence do I need?
You must keep written support from your Catchment Sensitive Farming or Natural England adviser and provide it with your application.
You must also keep and provide with your claim:
photographs of the site during the different stages of construction or contracts, invoices or other documents confirming the technical specification for the completed works
photographs of the completed work
* any consents or permissions from the local highways authority
How much does RP4 pay?
RP4 pays £44.63 per year.
Which land is eligible?
See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.
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