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Arboriculture

Pragmatic advice to mitigate impact on trees

Assessing the impact of development on trees is an important part of the design process. We have considerable experience in considering the inter-relationship between trees and the built form, identifying design opportunities, as well as constraints and appropriate solutions.

We seek to work closely with our clients, providing pragmatic advice which allows sites to be developed efficiently whilst minimising the effects on trees. Trees can present a huge opportunity within the design of sites, contributing to the character and attractiveness of the final development. In addition, our experts have excellent relationships with many Local Authority Tree Officers around the country; they can use their experience to negotiate solutions and to defend decisions, where necessary.

We provide the following services:

  • Tree surveys in accordance with BS 5837:2012
  • Grading trees according to condition, amenity value and longevity
  • Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA) which will highlight any areas of conflict and identify any special measures which need to be taken to mitigate impacts on trees
  • Consultation and liaison with Local Authority Tree Officers
  • On-site advice and guidance during project implementation