Guidance on dying oak tree with TPO

Question

I've got an old oak tree that's dying. It has a preservation order on it. Will a tree surgeon be able to work with me to stabilise it for as long as possible and guide me on replacing it when the time comes? The tree is on open land, so it's no real danger to people. I just want to make sure I'm fulfilling my responsibility. Is there anything I need to do before it's worked on?

Chad · Answer

You must get in contact with the council before doing any work on the tree. If the tree is dying then it’s best the tree is taken down before it falls down. Which should be put across to the council

Ryan · Answer

Ask your local tree officer from council to come have a look and he will let you know what to do then you will have tree report without this you can’t touch it

Benjamin · Answer

Hi Pete,

You can remove any deadwood from a tree with TPO on it without needing any permission from the council.  

Veteran Oak trees in the state of decline can often cling onto life for many years.  During this time consulting with an Arborist would be recommended. Soil enriching/oxygenating can help. As can remedial tree surgery. Propping up branches or cable bracing are other techniques to prolong life.

Feel free to contact me for further information or guidance. 

Ben
Woodsman Tree Services

Paul · Answer

Get the tree officer out before any works is carried out . Many thanks

Billy · Answer

Yes for sure they would be able to work on it just cannot remove the tree purposely, but maintenance is good for the health of the tree

Ryan · Answer

Contact the council regarding the TPO they may send a out an inspector to advise, with the tree dying or dead they may allow the removal with agreement of replacing with a new tree

John · Answer

You need to apply to council do check first as I can lead to a fine

Jackie · Answer

Yes I could help replace it when time comes definitely

Guidance on dying oak tree with TPO

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