Staff shortages
Our Natural Environment Team is currently experiencing delays, due to severe staff shortages. It may take us longer to get back to you as we are directing our limited resources to our highest priority services. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Request a new Tree Preservation Order (TPO)
Before you request a new Tree Preservation Order (TPO), you need to check if the tree is already protected.
To request a new TPO, you will need to tell us:
- your name and contact details
- what type of tree it is
- why you believe the tree is under threat
- why you think the tree is important
- the location of the tree, including a plan or sketch with recognisable points if possible
- the owner of the tree, if known
When we look at your request, we will consider how:
- visible the tree is to the public
- important the tree is, including its size, its future benefit to natural beauty and wildlife, and its value as a screen
- significant the tree is in its local surroundings
- the tree could be affected by a new development
We will update you, and anyone else involved, once we have considered your application, and decided whether to make a Tree Preservation Order.