Tree Preservation Orders in Cowan Head
Cowan Head is a village in Westmorland and Furness within Westmorland and Furness Council, the planning authority responsible for Tree Preservation Orders here.
Our data for Westmorland and Furness Council may be incomplete here
Cowan Head falls within Westmorland and Furness Council, but we don't yet have the TPO records it inherited from Eden District Council and South Lakeland District Council. This doesn't mean there are no TPOs in Cowan Head — check with Westmorland and Furness Council directly.
Some of the TPOs shown on the map fall within 2km of Cowan Head but belong to neighbouring Lake District National Park Authority.
TPO details
TPO-449— Individual tree
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This data is provided for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most up-to-date position. If you are planning work on or near a protected tree, you should contact your local planning authority to confirm the current status of any Tree Preservation Orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Tree Preservation Orders in Cowan Head?
We show 1 TPO records within 2km of Cowan Head centre, some of which fall just over the boundary in Lake District National Park Authority.
How do I check for TPOs near Cowan Head?
Enter your postcode in our search tool to see TPOs near Cowan Head plotted on an interactive map. Results show Tree Preservation Orders within 200m of your postcode centroid.
Which planning authority covers Cowan Head?
Cowan Head falls within Westmorland and Furness Council, which is responsible for making and enforcing Tree Preservation Orders in the area. Some TPOs shown on our map sit within 2km of the centre but fall under neighbouring Lake District National Park Authority.
What happens if I do work on a TPO tree near Cowan Head?
Carrying out prohibited work on a TPO-protected tree without consent is a criminal offence. Destroying a protected tree can result in an unlimited fine. Other unauthorised work, such as lopping or topping, can result in a fine of up to £2,500. If you need to carry out work, apply to your local planning authority for consent first.