Protected Trees

Trees protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs)

Over 650 TPOs within the City of Westminster protect thousands of trees. TPOs are made to protect trees for the public's enjoyment. If you wish to carry out almost any work to a protected tree, you must first gain the City Council's consent.

To make a formal application you must use the standard form. 

You can apply online via the Planning Portal or use the form below.

Trees in Conservation Areas

If you propose to carry out almost any work to a tree in a conservation area, you must first give the City Council at least six weeks notice in writing, (a section 211 notice). The purpose of this requirement is to give the City Council an opportunity to consider whether a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) should be made in respect of the tree(s).

You can make a formal notification online via the Planning Portal using the form below or write to us at the address below.

• Standard Application Form 
• Guidance notes for completing a tree application / notification
• Additional information about protected trees
• Protected Trees: A guide to tree preservation procedures (Published by the Department of Communities and Local Government)

Westminster City Hall

Tree Section

64 Victoria Street

London,  SW1E 6QP