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A to Z of services: Trees
Trees: Outline
If you have a question about trees in Hartlepool, or would like to report a problem with a tree or trees in your area, the correct point of contact will depend upon who owns the tree and where it is growing. Below is a summary of who to contact.
For Trees in Parks, Cemeteries, Sports Grounds, Public Rights of Way, Public Open Space or Highway Trees
Contact the Parks and Countryside Section on 01429 523406 or by email at parksandcountryside@hartlepool.gov.uk
For Trees in Private Property, TPO Trees, or Trees in Conservation Areas
Contact the Landscape Planning & Conservation Section on 01429 284071 or 01429 523414 or by email at landscape.planning@hartlepool.gov.uk
Common Questions
- The branches of my neighbour's tree overhang my garden, can you tell them to cut them back?
- Are there any rules about how high a tree/hedge can grow?
- I have a tree in front of my house, will the council cut it down?
- What time of year do the council cut trees back?
- Will the council cut back over hanging branches?
- I'd like to have a tree planted in my area, how do I request one?
- How can I find out if my tree is covered by a Tree Preservation Order?
- My tree is covered by a TPO, do I have to get the Council's permission to cut it back/cut it down?
- I'd like to have a tree planted in my area, how do I request one?
Further Information
Contact: Landscape Planning & Conservation
Department: Regeneration and Neighbourhoods
Email: landscape.planning@hartlepool.gov.uk
Telephone: 01429 523275
Landscape Planning & Conservation, Bryan Hanson House, Hanson Square, Hartlepool, TS24 7BTContact: Parks and Countryside
Department: Regeneration and Neighbourhoods
Email: parksandcountryside@hartlepool.gov.uk
Telephone: 01429-523406
Fax: 01429-523038
1st Floor, Church Street Offices, 1 Church Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7DS
