Guidance, information and advice

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Native species hedgerow planning guide (290 KB) New Forest National Park Authority
Tree pruning advice on proper tree care (388 KB) New Forest National Park Authori



As of 30 April 2012 British Standard 5837:2012 - Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction - Recommendations come into effect.

For more information visit the British Standard website.

This British Standard give recommendations and guidance on the relationship between trees and design, demolition and construction process.

It sets out the principles and procedures to be applied to achieve a harmonious and sustainable relationship between trees and structures.

The Standard is applicable whether or not planning permission is required.

Some useful websites about trees and wildlife (230 KB) New Forest National Park Authority
Tree roots
An Arboricultural Association publication
Available from the New Forest National Park Authority
Protected trees - a guide to Tree Preservation Procedures Department for Communities and Local Government
Tree work - choosing your arborist, choosing the right tree for your garden, tree planting, young tree maintenance, mature tree management Arboricultural Association
What's that tree? A key for identifying British trees and shrubs

If you would like copies of any of the materials above please contact us.

The Tree Officers
New Forest National Park Authority
Lymington Town Hall
Avenue Road
Lymington
SO41 9ZG

Telephone 01590 646615 (08:45 - 13:00 Monday - Friday)
Email dev.control@newforestnpa.gov.uk

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