Tpo area

[jjll]

If an area is covered by a tpo does each tree have to be listed on the docs?

I have been asked to remove a well trimmed copper beech which falls within this area. On the docs there are species stated but not beech.

The tpo was made in 1977 and I've been told if I am able to prove the tree was planted after this time it is not covered.

What is the most accurate way to determine the age of a tree without any records?

 

Thanks for any help.

[detritus21]

If it is not stated on the group order it shouldn't be covered

[Eddy_t]

If it's a blanket TPO, it's got a TPO, I've had to deal with stuff like this, just ring your tree officer and speak to them, they're usually helpful

[Kenty]

I have also dealt with area tpo's made back in the 70's & some contain a covenant whereby any future trees that grow within the area are covered.

 

As said, speak to the tree officer, don't risk it.

[Chris at eden]

If an area is covered by a tpo does each tree have to be listed on the docs?

I have been asked to remove a well trimmed copper beech which falls within this area. On the docs there are species stated but not beech.

The tpo was made in 1977 and I've been told if I am able to prove the tree was planted after this time it is not covered.

What is the most accurate way to determine the age of a tree without any records?

 

Thanks for any help.

 

That is correct. Trees which grew after the date on which the order was served are not covered. Back in 2008 the government advised all LPA's to re-survey all of their area TPO's for this very reason, they are difficult to enforce if old.

 

They shouldn't really list species, that is for groups and woodlands. The proper way to describe an area on the schedule was always, 'all trees growing within the area whatever the species'.

[Chris at eden]

I have also dealt with area tpo's made back in the 70's & some contain a covenant whereby any future trees that grow within the area are covered.

 

As said, speak to the tree officer, don't risk it.

 

Don't see how that could ever be enforced, its not in accordance with the legislation.

[Chris at eden]

If in doubt, speak with the TO.

[Eddy_t]

That is correct. Trees which grew after the date on which the order was served are not covered. Back in 2008 the government advised all LPA's to re-survey all of their area TPO's for this very reason, they are difficult to enforce if old.

 

 

 

They shouldn't really list species, that is for groups and woodlands. The proper way to describe an area on the schedule was always, 'all trees growing within the area whatever the species'.

 

 

Would you take the chance? Considering there could be a £10,000 fine if you're wrong!

[Kenty]

Don't see how that could ever be enforced, its not in accordance with the legislation.

 

Whether it can be enforced or not, always good not to upset the tree officer.

[Joe Newton]

Best way of finding out if it was planted before a certain date is cut it down and count the rings.

 

You're shafted if you're wrong though!