Category: Tree Surveys to BS 5837:2012

  • Arboricultural Method Statement

    Arboricultural Method Statement

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    Barry Holdsworth
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    Once planning permission has been approved, the local authority may require a tree survey and an approved Arboricultural Method Statement in order to ensure that trees are not damaged during construction. Various points will need to be covered within the Arboricultural Method Statement such as the protective fencing specification, any necessary tree surgery, land regrading,…

  • Tree Surveys

    Tree Surveys

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    Barry Holdsworth
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    Tree surveys conforming to the British Standard BS5837:2012, with recommendations according to BS3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations. This is a guide on how to decide which trees should be retained and/or if any are protected under a Tree Preservation Order, then the best method to protect them whilst the site is being developed. Tree surveys are used by planners,…