Trees, hedges and conservation

• Tree Preservation Orders You need consent to carry out works to trees covered by a TPO, or trees in conservation areas.
• High hedges How to settle high hedge disputes amicably and how to make a formal complaint.
• Conservation areas Liverpool has 36 conservation areas protecting 19,000 properties. You'll need permission if carrying out works to properties in a conservation area.
• Listed buildings consent You need consent to alter, extend or demolish a listed building if the proposed work would affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest.