If you’re dealing with overhanging trees on your property, there are some guidelines and actions you can consider.
Tree Preservation Orders (TPO): If a tree is protected under a TPO, you cannot carry out work on it without consent. Unauthorized work can lead to severe penalties. You can check if a tree is protected using the council's interactive map.
Reporting Tree Problems: If a tree is on public land and causing an issue, you should report it as follows:
| Location | Who to Report To |
|---|---|
| On public land next to roads | Kent County Council |
| On a Council Housing estate | Housing service |
| Other public land in the district | Grounds maintenance team |
The council will only act on urgent cases causing serious problems, investigating urgent enquiries within 24 hours and non-urgent ones within 5 working days.
For further guidance or to take action, you can explore these options: Tree Preservation Orders and Report a Tree Problem.