What are Tree Surveys?

Tree Surveys in Lancashire, help to assess the size, age, health and life expectancy of a tree. A tree is defined as having a diameter over 75mm in diameter. A tree survey will provide you with recommendations on any treatment that may be required by the tree. It will also state whether or not the tree should be retained on the site. Along with any remedial recommendations that will be required.

The reasons to require a tree survey in Lancashire may be as part of a planning application. This is particularly the case if the development will affect the surrounding landscape. Another reason to carry out tree surveys is for insurance purposes for both commercial and domestic clients.

To be suitable for planning applications, tree surveys should be conducted in line with British Standard 5837-2012. This will ensure that we carry out the survey to the highest standard and complies with relevant regulations.

In some cases the tree surveyed is identified as having a Tree Preservation Order (TPO). These are usually applied to trees if they are located in a specific area or when a tree has significant amenity value, is rare or is a good specimen. Trees with a TPO applied to them require additional documentation and searches. Visit our page on TPO’s for more information.