TRIMMING TREES WITH A PRESERVATION ORDER

[geek84]

Hi Folks

I want to get 2 trees trimmed which are in my back garden and have a preservation order.

However, I need to apply to the local council in order to do that. I invited a tree surgeon to have a look at the trees a few days ago, who offered to fill in the application form and says that would cost £150. He went on to say that it is vital to get the wording correct on the application, or else it would be rejected.

Has anyone any experience of this? Shall I complete the application myself and see what happens, or do you think it would be worthwhile spending the £150 and asking the tree surgeon to complete the application?

Thank You

 

[Sparky617]

Most posters here are either in the US or Canada so not sure about the UK regulations. IMHO you're probably better off getting a couple of quotes from tree surgeons and have them handle the paperwork when you select the one you want to use.

 

[geek84]

Thank You

 

[ChrisAtTech]

Also from the US so unsure on UK regulations but it might be worth talking to the local council to see if they have approved/recommended tree surgeons.

 

[Guzzle]

Shall I complete the application myself and see what happens,

No.