Do I need permission for tree work in conservation area?

Do I need permission to cut back a tree if I live in a conservation area?

Asked by Robert on 17th Jun 2023
Expert Trade Answers
"Yes in a conservation area anything over 6 inches in diameter at the base you need permission for unless it is deemed dead or dangerous"
Answered on 17th Jun 2023 - Member since Jan 2023 - report
"No not really unless the tree as a preservation order then u apply to the council"
Answered on 4th Jul 2023 - Member since Oct 2021 - report
"No you do not need permission at all you can go and do it"
Answered on 13th Aug 2023 - Member since Aug 2023 - report
"yes the planning department would need to be contscted before any work is to take place when in a conservation area"
Answered on 8th Dec 2023 - Member since Nov 2023 - report
"Hi.
Yes you do. Anything above 75mm wide diameter main stem at 1.5 meter needs permission to do any with unless you are removing dead branches"
Answered on 17th Jun 2023 - Member since Jun 2023 - report
"Hi yes so you would need to apply for permission from your local council to have work done on the tree which usually takes around 4-6 weeks if it’s been longer than that and you have informed them but with no response you should be able to start working"
Answered on 17th Jun 2023 - Member since Jun 2023 - report
"Yes you need to contact your local authority and fill in application on line.straight forward pictures also back your application."
Answered on 17th Jun 2023 - Member since Jan 2023 - report
"I think you should have permission. Depends on kind of trees a size."
Answered on 18th Jun 2023 - Member since Apr 2022 - report
"Yes you do need permission from the local authorities to do work on trees in a conservation area. Unless it’s a health & safety issue and needs doing urgently."
Answered on 17th Jun 2023 - Member since Jun 2023 - report
"Yes you do need to apply for approval from the council we can do on your behalf.
Usually takes around 4-6 weeks for approval to come back.

Thanks
Jack"
Answered on 17th Jun 2023 - Member since Mar 2023 - report
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