Works to trees with statutory protections
East Dunbartonshire Council charges for any inspections associated with potential tree works which have statutory protections such as trees located within a conservation area or trees which have a tree preservation order.
The decision to charge £55 was agreed at the Council's meeting on 5 March 2026 and implemented on 1 April 2026.
Application for inspection of trees with statutory protections
Please use this form to apply for an inspection of trees with statutory protections.
You will be required to upload a plan with the location of the tree(s) to which the application relates clearly indicated in red.
Further, where applicable, if you are not the owner of the land within which the tree(s) stand(s) the consent of the landowner is required in addition to any consent granted. Evidence of landowner consent can be uploaded with your application.
We aim to respond to you within 15 working days.