Tree surveys and arboricultural reports (British Standard BS5837:2012)
To inform your planning application or development where trees, woodland, or hedgerows, are on or adjacent to your site.
Trees, woodland, and hedgerows can be a material consideration in a planning application and may be subject to additional protection under national and local planning policy. We carry out professional tree surveys, in-line with the nationally recognised British Standard BS5837:2012, which will identify important factors such as root protection areas, the arboricultural value, canopy spread, and condition of your trees. Initial findings from this survey are produced as a clear and simple to understand Tree Constraints Plan, with an accompanying Tree Survey Schedule, suitable to inform your development design. We can also produce a range of arboricultural reports to suit your application’s needs.
Please note: A measured topographical plan for your site will be required to undertake detailed tree surveys (in-line with the specifications of BS5837:2012), supplied in DWG format. This ensures high quality data is recorded during our survey and accurate measurements can take place for the development design stage. Please get in touch if you require recommendations for topographical survey providers.
BS5837 Tree Survey, with Tree Survey Schedule (TSS) and Tree Constraints Plan (TCP):
Typically to inform development design and construction. Topographical survey required.
Desk Study:
To comprise a background check of available mapping, or contact the local authority tree officer, for records of any Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs), Conservation Areas, Ancient Woodland, or local planning policies relevant to trees.
Arboricultural Feasibility Survey, with Opportunities and Constraints Plan:
A high-level appraisal of the site’s tree and hedgerow stock, to demonstrate the potential for future development or inform site promotion. No topographical survey required.
Preliminary Arboricultural Impact Assessment (pAIA):
Report and plans to be submitted for an outline planning application. BS5837 Tree Survey and proposed site layout in PDF or DWG format required.
Arboricultural Impact Assessment (AIA):
Report and plans to be submitted for a full planning application. BS5837 Tree Survey and proposed site layout in DWG format required.
Why choose Wildwood?
- Experienced in complex developments
- Fully licensed staff with Arboricultural Association membership and expertise
- Rapid, responsive service with clear communication and reporting
- Ethical, client-focused approach grounded in real-world construction experience