TPO & Conservation Area Consent
We check protection status and handle the council application for you.
A Tree Preservation Order (TPO) protects specific trees from being cut down or damaged without permission from the local authority. Trees in a conservation area have similar protection.
If your tree has a TPO, the law says the work needs a written application to the council. We make that application on your behalf, and the council normally decides within 8 weeks.
What we offer
TPO and conservation area survey
A compliance survey for protected trees, with advice on what the restrictions mean and which works are allowed.
What is included
- Identification of TPO or conservation status
- Condition assessment
- Recommended works
- Preparation of the council application
Why people need it
- A legal requirement before pruning or removal
- Avoids fines and enforcement
- Makes sure works meet council standards
Conservation area notices
For trees in a conservation area we submit a six week notice to the council before work starts, as the law requires.
Dealing with the council
We answer the tree officer's questions, meet them on site if needed and keep you updated until a decision comes through.
From first call to tidy finish
Call or message
Tell us about the job. Photos help.
Site visit
We look at the trees, access and any protection orders.
Written quote
A clear, fixed price with the work described.
The work
Qualified team, planned and done to standard.
Clear up
Site swept, waste recycled, aftercare advice given.
Common questions
How do I find out if my tree has a TPO?
Your council keeps a register, and most have an online map. We check it as part of every quote.
What happens if I work on a protected tree without consent?
The council can prosecute, and fines can be unlimited. It isn't worth the risk.
Is there a fee for the application?
Councils don't charge for TPO or conservation area applications. We charge for preparing and managing the application.
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