Find out about the different ways that the important trees in Rushmoor are protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) and conservation areas.

The law protects certain trees and groups of trees.

It is an offence to carry out work to trees that are covered by a Tree Preservation Orders (TPO) or to trees which are within a conservation area, without telling us.

Our Trees and development - our preferred approach page has useful information for anyone considering a new development near to trees.

How to find out if your tree is protected

Please see our Tree Preservation Orders in Aldershot and Farnborough page where you can view a map and look for a TPO using Tree Preservation Order (TPO) reference.

Our planning policy on trees

Our policy NE3 of the Rushmoor Local Plan explains further our policies on trees and landscaping in Aldershot and Farnborough.

Tree Preservation Orders
Information about what Tree Preservation Orders mean and how they help us to have some control over the management of important trees.

Trees in conservation areas
Trees within a conservation area are protected by law and you must notify us before starting works.

Tree Preservation Orders in Rushmoor
Information about where all of the Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) are within Aldershot and Farnborough.

Trees and development - our preferred approach
Information for anyone considering a new development near to trees.

Advice for private tree owners
Our advice and best practice guidance for private tree owners who are considering carrying out work to a tree.


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