Trees are a vital part of our landscapes — and a major consideration in the planning process. Whether you’re proposing a new development, extension, access track, or barn conversion, a BS5837 Tree Survey is often required to assess how trees may be affected and how they can be protected. This is usually followed by an Arboricultural Impact Assessment and Arboricultural Method Statement

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At Barndwell, we provide professional tree surveys, arboricultural assessments, and tree protection plans to support planning applications across residential, rural, and commercial projects. Our reports are clear, compliant, and designed to help your development progress smoothly.

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What Is a BS5837 Tree Survey?

 

BS5837:2012 is the British Standard that guides how trees should be assessed in relation to construction and development. Local planning authorities rely on BS5837 surveys to understand:

• The quality and value of trees on or near a site

• How development may affect them

• What protection measures are needed

• Whether trees can be retained safely and sustainably

 

A compliant BS5837 survey is often essential for planning validation — especially on sites with mature trees, hedgerows, or woodland.

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Get a BS5837 Tree Survey for Your Project

 

If your site contains trees or lies near woodland, a BS5837 survey is likely to be required for planning.
Barndwell provides fast, professional, and fully compliant arboricultural assessments to keep your project moving.

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Contact us today to request a quote, book a survey, or discuss your development.