TREE LAW
 

Tree Valuation

In insurance claims where trees have become damaged, or where trees are removed without consent, it is essential to determine their  value of a tree or trees in order to base a claim. . Several methods of tree evaluation are available.

A prominent tree well worthy of retention and valuation.

A valuation provides an objective assessment of fiscal value by adopting recognised valuation methodologies, thus ensuring reasonable replacement costs are met and or providing reasonable compensation in cases of lost visual amenity.

Ian Barnes is a trained assessor in many of the available UK methods attending several courses in this area. Due to the complexities of individual cases please contact the office for more information and the best available valuation method.

Various methods including the 'guide for plant appraisal', 'Trunk formula method', 'cost of cure'  and the 'Heliwell amenity evaluation method' are available.

TPO Issues

Accurate and up to date Tree Preservation Orders (TPO’s) are essential, especially if they are challenged. We can offer a review of existing TPO’s in line with current legislation leaving tree officers free to concentrate on other tasks. This also removes the need for authorities to employ full time staff in this position, instead, TPO’s can be reviewed peace meal over a longer period, thus allowing for budget restrictions.  See also Conservation Areas.

We have successfully undertaken TPO appeals on behalf of clients if you have a case which you require advise on please contact us to discuss the options.

We can apply for works  under Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or Conservation area  orders (CA) , we can advise of the correct wording and submission along with organising the works for you under tender if required.

Planning Appeals

We have been successfully involved in public planning appeals, we can represent our clients from the arboricultural perspective providing professional advise and documentation and attendance if required.

 Expert Witness

We have successfully represented clients in court, though often reaching out of court settlements so avoiding court and barrister costs. Cases involving, though not limited to, boundary hedges, damage to car, wall damage............

Post Damage Reports

In the event that things have gone wrong, we can prepare an assessment of damage including likely impact upon tree health / safety and risk, remedial action required and post damage monitoring requirements and compensation advise and valuation.

Copyright © 2006 Barnes & Associates