What is involved in the Review of the TPOs?
The first step is to survey the area to assess the existing trees and identify those trees which are worthy of protection and those that do not qualify for protection. TPOs should be used to protect selected trees and woodlands if their removal would have a significant adverse impact on the local environment and its enjoyment by the public. When the surveys are complete new TPOs will be created which are selective and apply only to the better quality trees. The old ‘blanket’ TPO can then be revoked. Because TPOs are legally binding, there are a number of steps that have to be taken by the Council in making a new TPO or revoking an old TPO, and residents affected by TPOs that are being reviewed will receive more information on this at the appropriate time. Unfortunately, the legal process may require the Council to write to residents on a number of occasions. However, we will try to minimise the number of times we contact you.
