The intension of a conservation area is to protect the architectural character of an area and it is considered that the trees within the area can make a significant contribution to enhance this. Trees that stand in a conservation area and have a stem diameter over 7.5cm at 1.5m are protected.
Want to do work to a tree in a conservation area
If you wish to undertake work to a tree within a conservation area you are required to give the Council 6 weeks notice
Note if work is carried out without giving notice tree owners and their agents are liable to be prosecuted.
The notice can be given online via the Planning Portal or using the form from the link below, this must be accompanied by a plan and give full details of the work. The plan can be based on an up to date Ordnance Survey map, and these can be downloaded from Maps Alternatively, a sketch plan which shows the buildings road names and identifies the trees clearly is acceptable.
Notice is acceptable by letter but must include all the information required by the form.
The help text will aid with completion of the form - Form 31 help text
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