Applying for tree work within a conservation area?
At Old Town Tree & Garden we can assist with applications for tree work permissions in conservation areas and for trees subject to Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs).
Site assessment: a professional survey to identify protected trees, assess their condition and arboricultural implications, and determine whether proposed works require consent.
Preparation of submissions: clear, concise application documents tailored to local authority requirements, including:
Accurate tree data (species, size, condition, precise location)
A reasoned arboricultural report explaining the necessity and benefits of the proposed work
Detailed work specifications and methodology
Scaled plans or annotated photographs where required
Liaison with planning officers: we handle correspondence, respond to requests for further information and, where appropriate, attend site meetings or accompany officers during inspections.
Compliance and mitigation: advice on appropriate replanting, replacement species selection and long-term tree management to meet statutory and conservation objectives.
Emergency and retrospective applications: support for urgent safety works and for retrospective regularisation of unauthorised works.
Why instruct us
Professional credibility: experienced arboriculturalists and qualified staff who understand the statutory framework and local authority practices.
Conservation sensitivity: we balance amenity and safety with the conservation value of trees in historic and protected settings.
Streamlined process: we aim to reduce delays and improve the likelihood of consent by submitting technically robust, well-presented applications.
Next steps
Arrange a site visit: call or email to book a survey. We will confirm scope, provide a written quotation and outline timescales for preparing and submitting the application.
Provide documentation: if you have existing plans, previous consents or tree reports, please share them ahead of the visit.
For a professional approach to protected-tree applications, contact Old Town Tree & Garden to discuss your project and book an assessment.
