Report unauthorised work to a protected tree

It is illegal to cut down, prune, or damage a tree in a conservation area or one which is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), without our consent.

The unauthorised lopping or felling of a protected tree is a serious criminal offence and can result in a large fine and a criminal record.

Many people are taken to court each year for illegal work to protected trees. Fines can be up to £20,000 per tree plus costs, a requirement to replace the tree and a criminal record.

Before reporting, you should check that the tree you're reporting is either:

• in a conservation area
• protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO)

To report unauthorised work on a tree, contact:

• Aylesbury Vale area - email the team on [email protected], adding 'protected trees' in the subject line
• Chiltern and South Bucks area - email the team on [email protected] adding 'protected trees' in the subject line
• Wycombe - complete the online form