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We want your views on proposed regulations for the protection of trees and woodlands.

How to respond

Consultation ends:
14 February 2025
Consultation launched:

Consultation description

We are consulting on changes to the protection of trees and woodlands. The changes will inform new regulations. 

Proposed changes include:

  • simplifying the protection process, 
  • introducing woodland preservation orders,
  • defining amenity. 

How to respond

Submit your comments by 14 February 2025, in any of the following ways:

Online form

Post

Download the response form.

Complete and return to:

Trees Regulations Consultation, 
Planning Directorate, 
Welsh Government, 
Cathays Park, 
Cardiff, 
CF10 3NQ.