Trees in conservation areas
Trees are a valuable addition to the urban landscape and within conservation areas all trees are subject to special protection. Some trees are also afforded special status through Tree Preservation Orders, which means that the Local Planning Authority’s consent must be obtained before they can be cut down, topped or lopped. In addition, any work to be carried out on trees that are not the subject of a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) but are sited within the boundary of the conservation area must be notified to the Local Planning Authority (LPA) 6 weeks in advance of works. The purpose of this requirement is to give the LPA an opportunity to consider bringing the tree under their general control by issuing a TPO.
