Conservation areas

Trees in conservation areas are subject to special protection.

Some trees have special status through Tree Preservation Orders, which means that you must get permission from the Local Planning Authority before they can be cut down, topped or lopped.

If you want to prune or remove trees that are in a conservation area, you will need to tell the Local Planning Authority (LPA) 6 weeks before any works. This can be done using the Planning Portal or by completing the tree works application form and submitting it to the Planning team.

The purpose of this requirement is to give the LPA an opportunity to consider bringing the tree under their general control by issuing a tree preservation order.

View our map of the conservation areas in South Tyneside.

If you need specific advice on whether a tree is protected you should contact the Tree Team on 0191 424 7336.