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Are you looking for a team who can provide expert Tree Preservation Order guidance? Then you have come to just the right place. We are Essex Tree Brothers, and we have years of experience to draw upon when it comes to working on trees covered by TPOs. Working with a large range of business owners, we provided tailored TPO advice to help you maintain a safe, attractive outdoor space for your commercial premises.
First of all, what is a Tree Preservation Order? It is an order made by your local planning authority to protect a specific tree, a group of trees or an area of woodland. A TPO prohibits any work such as cutting down or lopping without written consent from your local authority. If you do get consent, then it may come with certain conditions that need to be followed.
Running a business comes with its fair share of red tape, and it can be easy to assume that you don’t really need to worry about a TPO. Breaching one is a criminal offence, though, and could see you have to pay up to £20,000 in the Magistrates’ Court or an unlimited fine in the Crown Court. Even minor damage can set you back with a fine of up to £2,500. Plus, you will have to replant the tree. That’s a lot of expense for any business owner.
Many business owners fear that they cannot prune or remove a tree if a TPO is in place. The reality is you just have to ask for permission first. We deal with trees covered by TPOs every single day and know what the Tree Officers in your area are looking for and what they will or will not approve. This means that we can make sure that all work is carried out in line with Tree Preservation Order restrictions. We will work with you to ensure that your trees are managed safely, and you remain on the right side of the law.
To find out more about us and the TPO advice we provide, please get in touch today. We can’t wait to hear from you.
Yes, you do. Even if the work seems minor, it is never worth taking a chance and ending up with huge fines to pay. Our advice is to always err on the side of caution and seek permission for any work you intend to carry out.
We are here to act as a bridge between you and your local authority. We’ll give you an honest idea of what you can expect them to approve and then help you to present your application in the best possible light. If permission is granted, we will break down any restrictions that are in place.
A Tree Preservation Order is an order that protects trees that provide a lot of value to the local area or are under threat. It can apply to a single tree or a group of them. If a TPO is in place, it means that you need to seek permission before you alter it in any way. Otherwise, you will be held liable for damaging it.
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