How the notice works
The notice describes the tree and the proposed work. If the council does nothing within six weeks, the work may go ahead, and the permission normally lasts two years. If the council objects, it can serve a TPO, after which a formal application is required. Many councils accept notices by email or through their planning portal, and they are free.
- The 75mm threshold is measured at 1.5m above ground level.
- Six weeks is a minimum — plan the job around it rather than booking a start date first.
- Dead trees and trees presenting an immediate risk have separate, narrower arrangements.
Where this affects local customers
Several areas we work in include Conservation Areas, among them parts of Aughton, Parbold, Prescot and much of Crosby. Mature trees in front gardens and along older avenues are the ones most often caught. We check status as part of quoting and submit the notice on your behalf, then confirm a start date only once the period has run.
How James David Forestry Ltd can help
James David Forestry Ltd works across Liverpool, Merseyside, Wirral, Ormskirk and Lancashire. We assess the actual tree, access and surroundings before recommending work. Clear photographs can be useful for initial guidance, but some questions need a site visit and we will not diagnose a dangerous or diseased tree from website information alone.
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