Frequently asked questions

Trees

The council's tree section is responsible for managing trees on the public highway and in parks and open spaces throughout the borough.

Meeting to discuss Walpole Park trees
The council is holding a public meeting on 8 September to discuss the future of two of the borough's most iconic trees.

Basal growth

Basal growth information and the council's basal growth removal programme.

Overhanging vegetation

Trees, hedges and shubs overhanging the highway and your property.

Protected trees

Information about trees which may be protected under planning law by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO).

Street and park trees

Street and parks' trees management including tree inspections.

Tree planting

Street tree planting including tree planting requests and parks tree sponsorship.

Contact us

Contact details for reporting a tree related issue and response and resolution times.