Tree works

Apply for tree works, who is responsible for maintaining trees, report a dangerous tree, report illegal tree works.

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Apply for tree works

It is illegal to carry out works on protected trees unless we have approved it in writing. 

You can apply to carry out work on a protected tree on the Planning Portal. This applies to tree that are:

  • protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPOs)
  • in a conservation area

Apply to work on a protected tree – Planning Portal 

You can also download our application for tree works.

Application for tree works (PDF, 408.96 KB)

After you apply

It can take:

  • 8 weeks to process applications for work on trees protected by a TPO
  • 6 weeks to process applications for work on trees in a conservation area

Finding an expert to do the work

To get expert help with your tree works, find:

Removing deadwood

You can remove deadwood without formal permission. You should contact us before you start this work.

Email: trees@woking.gov.uk