TREES IN A CONSERVATION AREA

Did you know that in a Conservation Area it is an offence to fell or prune trees with a stem diameter greater than 75mm at 1.5M above the ground, without first contacting Canterbury City Council, Countryside Section - Tel: 01227 862178?
This includes trees in private gardens.

There are exemptions for the removal of dead trees and branches but Canterbury City Council should still be advised of the proposed work.

Conservation Areas have been created to help preserve the character and local distinctiveness of parishes taking into consideration landscape and architectural and historical features. Trees play a major role in identifying such areas.

It is sad to report that recently there has been indiscriminate and irresponsible felling of trees within Chartham's Conservation Area.

If you would like more information on Conservation Areas please pick up a leaflet from Shalmsford Street Post Office or from The Clerk to the Parish Council, the Parish Office, The Village Hall, Station Road, Chartham CT4 7HX - Tel: 01227 738110.