Tree Consultant in Richmond
There are many times you may need a tree consultant in Richmond. These can range from requiring a Tree Risk Assessment Survey
There are a number of different types of surveys and reports that you may need for different reasons. The most common ones include:
- Tree Surveys for Planning
- Tree Condition Survey
- Pre-purchase Tree Survey
- Subsidence Tree Survey
You may need a tree consultant if you have a tree with a Tree Preservation Order on it or if you require advice on woodland management.
About Us
MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy Limited provides its clients with sound arboricultural advice in a way that is easy to understand and simple to enact.
We combine technical knowledge acquired through 13 years experience working within the arboricultural industry, both as a practical arborist and as a consultant on a range of planning and risk management projects, with ongoing professional development and the latest research to achieve our client’s project goals.
We work with many different organisations people including Local Authorities, developers and home owners.
About Matt Jones
Matt runs MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy and is fully qualified and accredited:
- 13 Years industry experience
- Foundation degree with distinction in arboriculture
- Professional member of The Arboricultural Association
- Professional tree inspector
- Member of The Institute of Chartered Foresters
- Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) certified
Tree Consultant in Richmond FAQs
What are Tree Preservation Orders?
A Tree Preservation Orders (TPO) is the legal mechanism to protect and preserve trees for public enjoyment, environmental and aesthetic purposes. Woodlands and non-commercial orchards are covered, but bushes, shrubs and hedges are not.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
What type of trees can be protected with a Tree Preservation Orders?
Normally only trees with a good level of public prominence and which are threatened with removal or excessive pruning can be protected with a Tree Preservation Order.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
If a tree has a Tree Preservation Order on it does the council become responsible for my tree?
No. As the owner of the land on which the tree is located you are responsible for the tree.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
What if I carry out work on a tree that has a Tree Preservation Order on it without permission?
You can be fined up to £20,000 for destroying or cutting down a protected tree without permission and up to £2,500 for pruning a protected tree without permission.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
How do I find out who owns a tree?
The owner of the land on which a tree is rooted is the owner of that tree. If a tree is on the boundary of two properties the deeds to those properties should be referenced to establish the property boundaries. The tree is within the property which contains the majority of the stump. If the tree is on land of unknown ownership, it may be necessary to consult the Land Registry which is the government department that keeps records of land ownership www.landreg.gov.uk.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
What is a tree survey for planning?
Tree surveys for planning applications are required where trees are within influencing distance of the development proposals. When building near trees, Local Authorities insist upon a professional tree survey to British Standard 5837: (2012) or BS5837. This is a standardised assessment of the constraints imposed by trees at your property or development site. We are specialists in undertaking BS5837 tree surveys for planning purposes.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
What is a tree condition survey?
A tree condition survey is needed if you are concerned about the health or safety of trees. During your tree survey we will identify defects such as weak branch junctions, disease or decay and we will assess how the structural integrity of each tree is affected. Your Tree Report will explain our findings and make recommendations to reduce liability and risk.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
What is a pre-purchase tree survey?
A pre-purchase tree survey is sometimes required by a mortgage lender or insurer before you can buy a house. These organisations require reassurance that any trees within or nearby your potential new property are not going to pose a threat to the structure of your house or harm anyone in your home or on your land.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.
What is a subsidence tree survey?
Tree “drink” a lot of water and this can often cause subsidence, especially within clay soil. This can cause damage to your property and insurance companies will require a subsidence tree survey report.
If you have any further questions with regards to needing a tree consultant in Richmond please contact MDJ Arboricultural Consultancy on 07780 336000.