Before requesting a new Tree Preservation Order (TPO), please check if the tree, or group of trees, is protected by either an existing TPO, or a conservation area. You can check the following maps to see if a tree already has a TPO, or if it is in a conservation area:
When requesting a new TPO, you will need to provide:
- your details (anonymous requests will not be assessed)
- the location of the tree or trees
- the reasons why you consider the tree or trees to be important
It's also helpful if you can provide:
- a location plan of the tree or trees
- a photograph of the tree or trees
- the tree owner's details
- the species of the tree/trees