A tree is lifting paving slabs / affecting my drive – can I cut the roots of a protected tree?
Cutting the roots of any tree is generally ill-advised as it may affect the tree’s health and stability. If a tree is covered by a Tree Preservation Order, or if it stands in a Conservation Area, an application will be required before root pruning can take place. Contact the Planning Support Officers using the details on the right for advice and application forms.
