Application form: Application for tree works: Works to Trees Subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) and/or Notification of Proposed Works to Trees in Conservation Areas 

Application form: Application for Hedgerow Removal Notice

Submitting your application online: You can also submit your planning application online through the Planning Portal, click here (external link).

We do not deal with all matters relating to trees. For example, some are dealt with by Nottinghamshire County Council.  A leaflet entitled Trees, Hedgerows and Landscape Schemes - First Point of Contact helps you decide who to contact in a variety of circumstances.

For further information related to Hedgerows two leaflets are available for download 'Generic species mixes for woodlands in Newark and Sherwood District' and 'Native trees and hedges within Newark & Sherwood District'.

A simple guide to tree pruning - This leaflet is intended to help explain the different pruning methods that are available to care for trees.

General tree care advice - This leaflet provides advice on the care of trees.

Tree protection on construction sites - This leaflet provides information regarding what requires protection, construction methods and do's and don'ts.

Trees for the small garden - This lealfet provides you with a list of trees and large shrubs for the smaller garden.

Guidance Notes on Tree Ownership and Neighbour Issues - Trees - This leaflet is intended to offer general guidance to tree owners and neighbours and dispel certain myths on tree law.

Planning Services Folder
This interactive PDF provides a brief overview of services provided by us and our contact details.

The following websites provide further information and publications relating to trees and hedgerows:

Communities and Local Government (external link) - Trees and high hedges

Arboricultural Association (external link)

DEFRA (external Link) - Hedges

International Society of Arboriculture (external link)

Living in a Conservation Area - Newark and Sherwood District Council

High Hedge's Guidance - Newark and Sherwood District Council

If you require a hard copy of any of the information on this page please contact Planning Services on 01636 655860 or email planning@nsdc.info. There may be a charge for this information, click here for further information.