What are the differences between TPOs and trees in Conservation Areas ?
TPOs take precedence over Conservation Area regulations. The procedures are broadly similar for both, but there are some differences: For TPO trees, you must make a written application for consent to carry out works. The Council has up to eight weeks in which to issue a formal decision. If it fails to do so or if you disagree with the decision, you are not entitled to carry out your proposals, but you may appeal against the Council’s failure to respond or against its decision. For trees in Conservation Areas, you must make a written notification of your intention to carry out works which may affect them. The Council has six weeks in which to respond. If you receive no response, you may go ahead with your proposals. If the Council objects to your proposals for a Conservation Area tree, a TPO may be made in respect of the tree(s). Where feasible, the Council will attempt to reach agreement on an alternative approach to dealing with tree problems by suggesting other more acceptable works.
