Permission to cut down and prune a tree protected under the Tree Protection Ordinance.
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Umwelt und Klima
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Bauen und Wohnen
Frequently asked Questions
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When do I have to submit an application if I want to cut down a protected tree (Tree Protection Ordinance)?
As soon as measures, e.g. pruning or felling on a protected tree (Tree Protection Ordinance) are planned or appear necessary. An application form can be downloaded from the website of the Senator for Climate Protection, Environment, Mobility, Urban Development and Housing/Environment.
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How do I submit an application if I want to cut down or prune a protected tree (Tree Protection Ordinance)?
An application can be made informally. It should contain at least the following information:
- Applicant (name and address)
- affected property (address/plot and parcel)
- tree species and trunk circumference (measured at a height of 1m)
- distance to residential building (measured at 1m height)
- Reasons for felling or pruning.
Alternatively, a form can be downloaded from the website of the Senator for Climate Protection, Environment, Mobility, Urban Development and Housing/Environment or the service portal.
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I would like to build. There is a conflict with trees on the building plot. What do I have to do?
The nature conservation authority will provide information on this in the specific case.
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Is it permissible to cut overhanging branches from protected trees (Tree Protection Ordinance) on neighboring properties?
In principle, no. In individual cases, it may be helpful to consult the nature conservation authority.
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Do I have to accept shading, leaf fall or, for example, falling chestnuts from protected trees (including from neighboring properties)?
In principle, yes. However, individual cases can be cases of hardship. Please contact the staff of the nature conservation authority.
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Who checks the traffic safety (stability and breakage safety) of a tree protected according to the tree protection ordinance?
Publicly appointed and sworn experts are responsible for the examination. These can be obtained from the Chamber of Commerce (www.handelskammer-bremen.de) or, for example, the Lower Saxony Chamber of Agriculture (www.lwk-niedersachsen.de).
