Trees and hedges
This section contains information about trees
and hedges that are owned by the council, have preservation
orders on them, are in conservation areas or are on private
property.
Advice for any proposed planning application that involves trees.
Frequently asked questions in relation to trees on private property.
Hedgerow protection and application form
Review of current 1998 Trees and Woodlands Strategy
There are 2,370 individual trees, 320 groups, 23 woodlands and 52 areas in Peterborough that are protected by tree preservation orders.
Owners and occupiers of properties within conservation areas need to be aware of legislation to preserve the character of such areas.
Guidance for managing your trees.
We can investigate complaints about high hedges that are made up of two or more trees over two metres tall that are predominantly evergreen or semi-evergreen.
The trees and woodland team are responsible for over one million trees throughout the city.