This type of report accompanies the BS 5837 survey. It is designed to inform all interested parties of the effect the development proposal may have on existing trees. The following are examined and discussed:

Foundations
Soil regarding
Boundary treatments
Road and drive construction over tree roots
Installation of of underground and over-ground services
Trees requiring removal and the impact on local amenity
New planting schemes
Ground compaction

Conversely, affects that retained trees shall have on the development are also considered:

Shade cast and lighting levels
Impact of leaf and fruit fall on guttering, drains etc
Future growth potential of retained trees

Conflicts which may be considered unacceptable to the Local Authority can be indentified at this early stage. Crown Consultants are able to advise on a wide range of acceptable solutions, including mitigation strategies. This accelerates the process of acquiring consent.