Area covered · Bath
Tree surveys & arboricultural reports in Bath
Bath's mature trees are a big part of the city's character — and that means work to them, or near them, is closely controlled. ArbLogic SW helps homeowners, architects and developers across Bath get the tree side of their project right first time.
Surveys and reports are carried out by Elliott Bowerman, a qualified, independent arboricultural consultant (Level 4 Diploma in Arboriculture, TechArborA, QTRA Registered User and LOLER Inspector) who assesses and reports rather than selling tree work.
Protected trees and planning in Bath
Bath & North East Somerset Council is the local planning authority for Bath. The whole city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and much of it lies within a Conservation Area, so a large share of Bath's trees are protected — either by a Tree Preservation Order or by Conservation Area controls.
In a Conservation Area you must give the council six weeks' notice before working on a tree with a stem diameter of 75 mm or more (measured 1.5 m above the ground). For planning applications, the council will expect tree information prepared to BS5837:2012 where trees could be affected.
Services in Bath
Tree surveys, reports & inspections in Bath
BS5837 Tree Surveys for Planning
The tree survey and reports your planning application needs. Prepared to BS5837:2012 so your local planning authority has everything required to make a decision — and so trees are protected properly on site.
Learn moreTree Risk & Condition Assessments
Independent assessment of tree health, condition and safety — helping landowners, managers and businesses meet their duty of care with proportionate, evidence-based advice.
Learn moreMortgage & Subsidence Tree Reports
Clear reports for homebuyers, homeowners, lenders and insurers where trees are involved in a purchase, mortgage condition or subsidence claim.
Learn moreTPO & Conservation Area Advice
Guidance and applications for protected trees — Tree Preservation Orders and Conservation Areas — so works are carried out lawfully and applications stand the best chance of approval.
Learn moreLOLER Inspections for Arborists
Six-monthly LOLER thorough examinations of climbing, rigging and lifting equipment — carried out by a qualified arborist who understands how the kit is actually used in the tree.
Learn moreTree Management Plans & Advice
Longer-term plans for estates, developments, schools and grounds — keeping tree stock safe, healthy and well managed, with a clear schedule of works.
Learn moreFAQs
Tree surveys in Bath: your questions
Do I need permission to work on a tree in Bath?
Often, yes. Much of Bath is within a Conservation Area and many trees have Tree Preservation Orders, so you'll usually need to give six weeks' notice or apply for consent from Bath & North East Somerset Council before work starts. ArbLogic SW can check the tree's status and prepare the notice or application for you.
Who is the planning authority for Bath?
Bath & North East Somerset Council (B&NES) is the local planning authority for Bath and the surrounding area, including Keynsham, Midsomer Norton and Radstock.
Do you carry out mortgage tree reports in Bath?
Yes. ArbLogic SW prepares pre-purchase and mortgage tree reports for properties in and around Bath, assessing the trees near the building and their likely influence on it, with clear recommendations for the buyer and lender.
Need a tree survey or report in Bath?
Tell me about your site, project or equipment and I'll come back with a free, no-obligation quote — usually within one working day.