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Please submit planning applications online at The Planning Portal https://www.planningportal.co.uk/apply

  • Where a tree(s) is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), use the specific information contained within the Tree Preservation Order (TPO) to complete the application. Using the details from the Order ensures that the tree(s) and supporting information are accurately identified
  • The following are always required in order to validate an application for works to trees

 

Required Item Standard Expected
Tree works application form
  • Completed, signed and dated Tree works application form
  • Precise specification of works – species identification, exact measurable work details, and reasons for work
  • For further assistance in completing the form: link
Site Location / Sketch plan (Not required to be to scale but must be accurate for an officer to locate the tree on-site)
  • Identify location of tree(s) in relation to fixed structures (i.e. house, outbuildings)
  • Boundaries (i.e. fences / walls)
  • Two named public roads and surrounding buildings
  • North point
Tree Identification
  • State the species (if known) Photographs
  • Use the numbering from the TPO’s "First Schedule" if applicable
Photographs Document of relevant photos of tree from multiple angles / locations
Evidence (if applicable) By a qualified or specialist person describing any structural damage to property or in relation to tree health or safety.