PREPARING AN ENQUIRY ABOUT POSSIBLE TREE REMOVAL

Explain why removal is being considered and what evidence is available. A clear enquiry lets the consultant scope an independent assessment and identify questions that need further information before advice is issued.

Project/site:
Prepared by/date:
Version:

Reason for enquiry
Describe the concern or project decision.
Notes:

Tree identity
Show the specific tree and its location.
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Available evidence
List photographs, reports and relevant history.
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Alternatives considered
Record other options the client wants assessed.
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Required recipient
State who needs the advice and why.
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CHECKS
[ ] Do not describe an unassessed tree as unsafe simply to support a preferred result.
[ ] Identify neighbouring or boundary trees needing scope clarification.
[ ] Ask which approvals or other enquiries need to be checked separately.

Outstanding questions:
Source references:
Review and next action:

Scope: The assessment enquiry does not authorise removal or guarantee an approval outcome.

This is a general worksheet, not an automated application feature.
https://canopyapp.app/resources/tree-removal-advice-briefs