Trees are a vital part of our environment, and some are protected by law to ensure their long-term health and survival. If a tree on your property is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), it’s essential to understand your responsibilities and comply with the regulations. At Access Tree Care, we offer expert TPO services in Hull & East Yorkshire, including guidance on TPO laws, tree care, and any necessary applications for work.
Professional Tree Preservation Order (TPO) Services in Hull & East Yorkshire
What is a Tree Preservation Order (TPO)?
A Tree Preservation Order (TPO) is a legal order made by local authorities to protect specific trees, groups of trees, or woodlands. The purpose of a TPO is to preserve trees that provide significant aesthetic or environmental value to the area. If a tree on your property is subject to a TPO, you must seek permission from the local council before carrying out any work on the tree, such as pruning, felling, or lopping.
Why Are TPOs Important?
Tree Preservation Orders are designed to protect important trees from being removed or damaged. Trees under a TPO contribute to the local landscape, provide habitats for wildlife, and improve air quality. However, TPOs also place restrictions on what you can and cannot do to these trees, so it’s crucial to understand and follow the regulations to avoid penalties.
Common reasons for a TPO include:
- Protecting trees that have significant historical or landscape value.
- Preserving mature trees that provide habitats for wildlife.
- Preventing the removal of trees in areas undergoing development.
- Safeguarding trees that enhance local air quality and reduce pollution.
Our TPO Services
At Access Tree Care, we provide comprehensive support for property owners with trees under Tree Preservation Orders in Hull & East Yorkshire. Our TPO services ensure that all tree works are carried out legally and responsibly, maintaining the health and integrity of protected trees while complying with local authority regulations.
Our services include:
TPO Advice & Consultation
We provide expert guidance on whether a TPO affects your tree and explain your legal responsibilities. Our team can assess your trees and provide advice on the best course of action.
TPO Application Assistance
If you need to undertake any work on a protected tree, we can help you navigate the application process with your local council, ensuring your paperwork is completed correctly and promptly.
Tree Care & Maintenance
Once permission is granted, we can carry out professional tree maintenance, including pruning, crown lifting, or reduction, in compliance with TPO guidelines.
Tree Health Assessments
Our arborists can assess the health and safety of TPO-protected trees, ensuring they remain strong and healthy without posing any risk to your property.
Emergency TPO Services
If a protected tree becomes dangerous due to storm damage or disease, we offer emergency services to help you manage the situation while staying within legal regulations.
How to Check if Your Tree Has a TPO
If you are unsure whether a tree on your property is protected by a Tree Preservation Order, you can check with your local council or request assistance from our team at Access Tree Care. We can help identify whether your tree has a TPO and advise you on the next steps if you wish to carry out any work.
It’s important to remember that carrying out unauthorised work on a tree with a TPO can result in significant fines, so always check before proceeding with any pruning, felling, or other modifications.
Why You Need Professional Help with TPOs
Managing trees with a Tree Preservation Order requires specialised knowledge and experience to ensure all work is compliant with local regulations. At Access Tree Care, we have a team of fully trained arborists with extensive experience handling TPO-protected trees, ensuring that your tree care needs are met without breaching legal restrictions.
Here’s why you should choose Access Tree Care for TPO-related services:
- Expert Knowledge: We have in-depth knowledge of TPO laws and processes, ensuring all work is carried out legally and in accordance with local authority guidelines.
- Professional Tree Care: Our experienced arborists are skilled in maintaining and caring for TPO-protected trees, using techniques that preserve tree health and aesthetics.
- Application Support: We handle all aspects of the TPO application process, from initial consultation to submitting paperwork and liaising with the council.
- Emergency Response: If a TPO-protected tree becomes hazardous, we provide fast, responsive services to ensure safety while complying with legal requirements.
- Affordable Services: We offer competitive pricing for all TPO-related services, providing cost-effective solutions to manage your protected trees.
TPO Application Process
If you need to carry out work on a tree that is subject to a Tree Preservation Order, you must first apply for permission from your local authority. The application process can vary depending on your location, but generally includes the following steps:
- Initial Assessment: Contact a qualified arborist (like Access Tree Care) to assess the tree and advise on whether an application is necessary.
- TPO Application: We will help you prepare and submit the TPO application to the local council, detailing the type of work you wish to carry out and the reasons for it.
- Council Review: The local council will review the application and may conduct a site visit to assess the impact of the proposed work.
- Approval or Refusal: Once the council has reviewed the application, they will either approve or refuse the request. If approved, the tree work can proceed under specified conditions.
At Access Tree Care, we make the process simple and stress-free, handling all communication with the local council on your behalf and ensuring that the work is carried out in compliance with TPO regulations.
What Happens if a TPO-Protected Tree Becomes Dangerous?
In some cases, a tree under a Tree Preservation Order may become dangerous due to factors such as disease, storm damage, or decay. If this occurs, it’s essential to act quickly while staying within the confines of the TPO. Emergency work can often be carried out without prior permission if there is an immediate danger to life or property, but it’s crucial to inform the local council as soon as possible.
At Access Tree Care, we provide emergency TPO services, helping you manage hazardous trees while ensuring compliance with the law.
Contact Access Tree Care
for Expert TPO Services in Hull & East Yorkshire
Contact Us:
If you have a tree on your property that is subject to a Tree Preservation Order, let the experts at Access Tree Care guide you through the process. From initial consultation to application submission and professional tree care, we’re here to help you manage your TPO-protected trees legally and responsibly.
Get in touch with us today for a free, no-obligation consultation and ensure that your trees are in safe hands.
Phone: Request a call back, via the form. Available 24/7 for emergency call outs. Standard operational times. Monday – Sunday 07:00-17:00
Email: admin@accesstreecare.co.uk
Location: East Yorkshire
External Resources:
To learn more about Tree Preservation Orders and your legal obligations, visit the UK Government’s guide to Tree Preservation Orders.