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Protected trees
Trees that are protected in Southwark including a map. How to apply to work on a protected tree and how to ask for a tree to be protected.
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Work on protected trees
It’s illegal to work on a protected tree without permission. Report any unauthorised work to the planning enforcement team.
You must apply for permission to work on a protected tree. This includes lopping, topping or felling.
We’ll send you our decision within:
- 8 weeks for trees protected by a TPO
- 6 weeks if the tree is in a conservation area