Felling Licence

[Mark T]

Forgive me for jumping in on the thread, does the 5cube rule apply to felling standing dead wood? Not for resale.

 

Felling licenses really apply to 'growing trees', however, I'd advise that you run it by your Woodland Officer before hand... it may be difficult to prove that the trees were dead if he/she has to investigate further down the line.

 

Where abouts are you in Devon?

[Mark T]

Thanks lads, Felling Licence it is then and I'll apply as don't trust farmer.

 

The License could take up to 3 months to come through (if approved) as the FC may have to consult other bodies (English Heritage etc) - and then if its a felling (as apposed to a thinning), it'll have to go on the public register for 28 days.

 

Sorry for all the (brackets)!!!

[Daniël Bos]

I was recently told that there is a bit of leeway if you apply the following: Ringbark 5m3 in the one quarter, then fell them and another 5m3 in the next. Not sure whether that will be enough to fit all your trees in though?

It's a handy one for the small woodland owner, as you can do the felling and extracting when it suits you/ the ground conditions allow.