Tree Protection Orders (TPOs)
Tree Protection Orders (TPOs) are legal instruments issued by local councils to safeguard specific trees, groups of trees, or woodlands for the preservation of public amenity. These orders serve as a means to prevent the unauthorised cutting down, pruning, or damage of valuable trees.
It is an an offence to cut down, uproot, or remove any tree with a TPO without obtaining the local authority’s written consent first.
Any tree that falls within the scope of the order is deemed protected.
Work on Protected Trees
Should you require to carry out work on a protected tree, we can manage the planning applications and all necessary correspondence with the relevant authorities on your behalf. At Tree Monkey we endeavour to make the application as stress-free as possible and all documentation pertaining to the application can be shared with the customer. The application will be evaluated based on the health status of the tree, safety concerns, and its potential impact on the surrounding area.
Engaging in unauthorised work carries severe consequences, including prosecution and fines of up to £20,000 per tree.
Requesting a Tree Protection Order
If you suspect that a tree is in imminent danger and warrants protection, you may initiate the process by contacting your local council to request a TPO assessment. To facilitate this, you will need to provide detailed information regarding the tree’s location and the compelling reasons for its protection.
Excellent work as usual. After sorting out the required planning permission for me, the team expertly felled one and thinned the crowns of 3 other trees. They cleared all the debris leaving everything very tidy. Highly recommended.
Steve
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