What does the PSPO cover?
 The PSPO targets the actions of dog owners who fail to pick up dog waste and allow their furry friends to run out of control, whilst still providing open spaces where owners can freely exercise their dogs. The measures include requirements for:
- owners to pick up after their dog
- owners to place any out of control dog on a lead if requested
- dogs to be on a lead in a public cemetery
- dogs not to be present on any formal sports pitch or enclosed children’s play area
- between 1 October and 31 March, dogs not to be present on or near land used as a High Tide Roosting Site
- between 1 May and 30 September, dogs not to be present on Croyde or Combe Martin beaches
- dogs to be on a lead in certain locations in Braunton Burrows at certain times of year
Full details of the PSPO can be found on the council's website.
What's the penalty for breaching a PSPO?
 A breach of the PSPO could result in the issue of a £100 Fixed Penalty Notice and failure to pay the penalty could result in court proceedings and a fine of up to £1000.
Are you a landowner?
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Do you own a children’s play area, sports pitch, or public cemetery?
Would you like these controls to be enforceable on your land?
Please contact us by phone on 01271 388870 or by email to customerservices@northdevon.gov.uk for advice and to purchase appropriate signage.
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For more information...
Further information for dog owners living in or visiting North Devon can be found on the council's website at northdevon.gov.uk/environment/dogs-in-north-devon.
Full details on all PSPOs in place across the district are available at www.northdevon.gov.uk/business/north-devon-legal-services/public-space-protection-orders-pspos.
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