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Applications to Undertake Tree Works

The Government introduced new forms (known as 1APP) from 1 October 2008. An application for consent to the cutting down, topping, lopping or uprooting of any tree subject to a Tree Preservation order can be made in writing to the Local Planning Authority (Surrey Heath Borough Council) using a form published by the Secretary of State for that purpose or can made electronically, on a form published electronically by the Secretary of State. All applications must include:

(a) the particulars specified in the form;
(b) be accompanied, whether electronically or otherwise, by:

• (i) a plan which identifies the tree or trees to which the application relates;
• (ii) such information as is necessary to specify the work for which consent is sought;
• (iii) a statement of the applicant's reasons for making the application; and
• (iv) if appropriate evidence describing any structural damage to property or in relation to tree health or safety, as applicable.

To submit online via the Planning Portal use this link Opens in a new window

• Access the Tree Works Application Form Opens in a new window (please use help notes below)
• View Help notes in Completing the above form Tree Works Applications Opens in a new window
• View information about the new 1APP process
• Planning Portal - General Public enquiries Opens in a new window
• View more information on Tree Preservations

This service or information is provided by Surrey Heath Borough Council