As a general rule the spacing should be not less than 6 metres. Porches may
protrude 1 metre into that 6 metre space and eaves, drainpipes and bay windows
may also encroach into that space provided that the total distance between the
extremities of each caravan is not less than 5.25 metres.
The minimum space between caravans made of aluminium or other materials with similar fire performance properties can be not less than 5 metres if the Local Authority Site conditions allow
For Caravans with a plywood or similar structure we are back to the 6 metre rule. If a site has a mix of caravans of aluminium and plywood, the separation distance needs to be 6 metres.
In any event each Local Authority, as licensing Authority may have their own rules, but they cannot fall below these minimum requirements
We looked at a site in North Yorkshire last year as a possible stop over site and the vans were less than the 6 metres so we gave it a miss!!
Phil
------------- If you're not on a fell your wasting your feet and for 2014 it's.......Feb Castleton Mar North Yors Moors; Apr Sutton on Sea; May Thirsk; Jun Clapham/Riverside (Lakes); July Wharfedale; August Crakehall; Sept Knaresborough; Oct Wirral Park/Clitheroe
Depending where you are (For Scotland and taken from the Guidance documents provided by the Gov) Long winded but here you are,
Technical Annexe 13.16
Holiday Camping And Caravan Sites
This Technical Annexe contains benchmarks in respect of holiday camping and caravan sites, against which the existing level of provision can be compared.
Where these benchmarks are not achieved and the results of the risk assessment indicate risk reduction measures are required, consideration should be given to implementing improvements.
Spacing
1. Subject to the variations listed below, the distance between any two tents/caravans should generally be not less than 6 m.
2. Variations which allow a reduced distance between units may apply in circumstances where caravan construction is inherently fire-resistant. Under such circumstances, the distance between caravans may be reduced to 5 m or, where the site is laid out in a “chessboard” pattern and the unit construction provides a degree of inherent fire-resistance, the distance may be reduced, subject to risk assessment, from 4.5 m to 3.5 m between the closest corners of the units. Where there is a mix of fire-resistant and non fire-resistant construction, the larger separation distances between caravans will be applicable.
3. The distance from any part of the tent/caravan to any site road should be not less than 2 m and not less than 3 m from any site boundary.
4. Measurement for the following variations of spacing requirements is taken from the exterior cladding (excluding any tow bar):
* Porches may protrude 1 m into the 6 m and should be open type construction;
* Where awnings are used, the distance between any part of the awning and an adjoining caravan should be not less than 3 m. They should not be a type which incorporates sleeping accommodation and they should not face each other or touch;
* Eaves, drainpipes and bay windows may extend into the 6 m space provided the total distance between the extremities of two adjacent units is not less than 5.25 m;
* If there are ramps for disabled persons, verandas or stairs extending from the unit, there should be 4.5 m clear space between them and two such items should not face each other in any space. If they are enclosed, they should normally be considered as part of the unit and, as such, should not intrude at all into the 6 m space; and
* A garage, shed or covered space should be permitted between units only if of non-combustible construction and enough space is maintained around each unit so not to prejudice means of escape in case of fire. Any windows in such structures should not face towards the units on either side. Car ports and covered walkways should in no circumstances be allowed within the 6 m space.
Car Parking
5. One car only should be permitted to park between adjoining units subject to the entrance to the unit not being obstructed. Plastic/wooden boats should not be kept between units.
6. No car parking area providing parking for more than 10 cars should be nearer than 18 m from any part of a unit. If car parks provide parking for 10 cars or fewer then the minimum distance can be reduced to 10 m.
Refuse Disposal
7. To avoid the potential for a fire in combustible waste materials, generated by residents and others on the site, regular removal of waste from purpose designed containers should take place.
Fire Hazards
8. Grass and other vegetation should be cut at frequent intervals to prevent them becoming a fire hazard.
9. Spaces below caravans should not be used for the accumulation of combustible materials storage.
10. General guidance on the use and storage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) can be found in Chapter 6. Further guidance is available from the supplier or the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association.
11. Open fires should be prohibited on sites.
12. The use of barbecue facilities should be strictly controlled and ideally restricted to purpose designed areas within the site remote from units.
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