What is the berm or verge outside of my property?

A berm or verge is usually a grass area between the footpath and your property or business. It can also be the berm around the sides or back of your property.

In the Horowhenua District it's the property owner’s responsibility to maintain the berm outside of their home or business.

Council does maintain some berm areas in the district, including those along key thoroughfares, where berms are too dangerous or too difficult for residents to manage, and those around our reserves and playgrounds.

Berm area image showing berm area between footpath and property or business.

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