TPO & Conservation Area Advice

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TPO & Conservation Area Advice

Our Area of Expertise

Navigating Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) and Conservation Area regulations can often feel complicated, especially when you’re unsure what permissions are required before carrying out work. We provide clear, practical TPO & Conservation Area Advice to help you understand your responsibilities and support you through every stage of the planning and consent process. Our service includes assessing the protected status of your trees, advising on what work is permissible, and preparing and submitting all necessary applications to the local authority on your behalf.

We ensure that every proposal is detailed, justified and aligned with recognised arboricultural principles, giving your application the best chance of approval. This includes providing clear specifications of the proposed works, supporting evidence where needed, and communication with the planning authority to help move the process forward smoothly.

Once consent is granted, our team carries out all works in strict accordance with the conditions of approval, relevant legislation, and BS3998:2010 Tree Work – Recommendations. This ensures legal compliance, protects you from potential fines or enforcement action, and upholds the ecological, landscape and cultural value that protected trees represent.

Whether you’re a homeowner, developer or land manager, our TPO and Conservation Area support service provides peace of mind and professional oversight, ensuring that all actions are lawful, transparent and sensitive to the significance of your trees. Contact us today!

Do I need permission to have a tree removed?

If your tree is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or in a Conservation Area, permission is required. We can check this for you and help with the application if needed.

Are your tree surgeons qualified and insured?

Yes. All our tree surgeons are fully qualified and insured, with years of experience handling all types of tree work safely and professionally.

Will you remove all the waste after the job?

We tailor the removal of all waste to suit the individual clients needs.

Can you assess the health or safety of a tree?

Yes. We offer expert assessments and tree reports to check for disease, structural risk, or storm damage.

All work is carried out to

Nationally Recognised Standards

Our works are carried out to modern arboriculture standards and the care of trees is our main priority.

All work is carried out to nationally recognised standards including BS3998:2010 and The European Tree Pruning Guide.

We consider our climbers to be among the best in the South-West and all works are carried out swiftly but safely. We operate in accordance with all current Health & Safety legislation and we are fully insured.

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At Devon Tree Services, we are a dedicated team of tree specialists providing tree surgery in Torbay, Plymouth, Exeter and the surrounding areas.

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How We Work

Our Process

At Devon Tree Services, we believe in clear communication, expert advice, and safe, efficient workmanship. Whether you’re a homeowner or managing a large estate, our process is designed to make your experience smooth from first contact to final clean-up. Here’s how we work: