Applying for a pitch on a Council site

Where to find a site to apply for

• List of sites: The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government has a list of Gypsy and Traveller sites.
  • You can find this list in a spreadsheet here.
• Search by county: You can search for sites in specific counties to see both permanent and transit sites in your area.

Fill out an application form: 

• Find your local authority: Type in your postcode here.
• Send an application form: Ask for a form from your local council and send it to their address.
• How to submit the form: You can fill it out by hand and post it, or fill it out online and email it.

How long can I expect to wait?

• Availability: Local authorities are no longer required by law to provide sites. This means fewer sites are available and waiting lists can be very long.
• Waiting time: Depending on your location, you might wait from a few months to many years for a plot. Generally, waiting lists are longer in the South of the country than in the North.
• More information: See our report on site provisions within England here.

Some factors can make you a higher priority for a pitch:

• Local Connections: You need to prove you have lived or worked in the area for some time, or that you have family members living there.
• Children in School: Having a child in a local school can be considered.
• Medical Conditions: Medical conditions will need evidence from a doctor.

If you need advice on buying land and applying for planning permission, please see the advice page on our website here.