Dart Tree Consultancy Logo WIth House Between Trees Before Text

Professional Independent Tree Consultants in Devon & the South West

Dart Tree Consultancy provides professional arboricultural services across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset.

Independent, qualified, Professional tree consultants,
advice in the best interests of you and your trees.

Dart Tree LANTRA Awards Qualified Logo

LANTRA Professional Tree Inspector Examined - Highest Award

Identifying the legal framework, duties and liabilities of the tree owner, recognise mechanical and biological defects, identify pests and diseases and prescribe remedial action
Dart Tree QTRA Qualified Logo

Quantified Tree Risk Assessment Ceritified

Cost effective tree risk assessment which can be used and compared with other risks on your property and priorities for safety work.

Who needs advice about trees anyway?

  • Rural & Estate Landowners
  • Schools
  • Residential Property Owners
  • Commercial Property Owners
  • Management Companies
  • Property Developers
  • Councils
  • Architects
Anyone with at least one tree on their property. Tree owners have a common law duty of care to take reasonable steps - such as regular inspections for decay or structural weakness - to ensure their trees do not pose a foreseeable risk of injury or damage to people or property. Failure to maintain trees can lead to liability for negligence.

Our Core Services

BS5837:2012 Tree Surveys for Planning

We carry out development site surveys to BS5837, producing all required documentation to support planning applications.

Includes:

  • Tree constraints plans

  • Arboricultural impact assessments

  • Tree protection plans

  • Arboricultural method statements

  • Site monitoring visits

  • Reports for planning applications

  • Discharge of arboricultural conditions

We work closely with architects and Local Authorities to overcome tree‑related constraints and achieve successful planning outcomes.

Tree Safety & Risk Assessments

Independent, value‑for‑money tree risk assessments designed to limit the risk of harm from tree failure and give you peace of mind.

  • QTRA‑licensed assessment

  • Cost‑effective re‑inspection schedules

  • Clear, actionable recommendations

  • Independent from tree surgeons — advice is always in your best interests

Arboricultural Consultancy

Expert, bespoke advice on all aspects of arboriculture. We regularly support clients with:

  • Tree Preservation Order (TPO) applications

  • Trees in Conservation Areas

  • Pests, diseases & tree health

  • Woodland management plans

  • Tree‑related subsidence reports for insurance companies

With over 45 years of combined experience, there’s very little we haven’t seen.

Why Choose Dart Tree Consultancy?

Areas We Cover

Cornwall

Bodmin, Bude, Callington, Camborne, Camelford, Falmouth, Fowey, Hayle, Helston, Launceston, Liskeard, Looe, Lostwithiel, Marazion, Newquay, Padstow, Penryn, Penzance, Redruth, Saltash, St Austell, St Ives, Torpoint, Truro, Wadebridge and all surrounding areas.

Devon

Ashburton, Axminster, Barnstaple, Bideford, Brixham, Braunton, Brixham, Chagford, Crediton, Cullompton, Dawlish, Dartmouth, Exmouth, Exeter, Great Torrington, Holsworthy, Honiton, Ilfracombe, Kingsbridge, Lynton, Lynmouth, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot, North Tawton, Okehampton, Paignton, Plymouth, Salcombe, Seaton, Sidmouth, South Brent, South Molton, Tavistock, Teignmouth, Tiverton, Torquay, Totnes and all surrounding areas.

Somerset

Axbridge, Bath, Bridgwater, Bruton, Burnham-on-Sea, Castle Cary, Chard, Cheddar, Clevedon, Crewkerne, Dulverton, Frome, Glastonbury, Highbridge, Ilminster, Keynsham, Langport, Minehead, Nailsea, Portishead, Radstock, Shepton Mallet, Somerton, South Petherton, Street, Taunton, Watchet, Wellington, Wells, Weston-super-Mare, Williton, Wincanton, Yeovil

Dorset

Beaminster, Blandford Forum, Bournemouth, Bridport, Christchurch, Dorchester, Ferndown, Gillingham, Lyme Regis, Poole, Shaftesbury, Sherborne, Stalbridge, Sturminster Newton, Swanage, Verwood, Wareham, Weymouth, Wimborne Minster and all surrounding areas.

Arboricultural Consultancy, Tree Surveys & Planning Frequently Asked Questions

If your site has trees on or near the boundary, most Local Authorities require a BS5837 survey before validating a planning application. This applies to extensions, new builds, conversions, access changes and larger developments. The survey identifies tree constraints and ensures your design complies with planning policy.

A full BS5837 package typically includes:

  • Tree survey schedule

  • Tree constraints plan (TCP)

  • Arboricultural Impact Assessment (AIA)

  • Tree Protection Plan (TPP)

  • Arboricultural Method Statement (AMS)

  • Site monitoring (if required) These documents support your planning application from design through to construction.

 

Costs vary depending on site size, number of trees and the level of reporting required. BS5837 surveys are typically more detailed than safety inspections. We provide clear, fixed‑fee quotes before any work begins.

Absolutely. We regularly work alongside architects, planning consultants, developers and Local Authorities to resolve tree‑related constraints and support successful planning outcomes.

A tree risk assessment evaluates the likelihood of tree failure and the potential consequences. It helps landowners manage risk responsibly and proportionately. We use QTRA‑based principles to ensure assessments are evidence‑led and cost‑effective.

Inspection frequency depends on tree condition, location and usage of the surrounding area. Typical re‑inspection cycles range from 1–5 years. We provide tailored recommendations based on risk level.

 

Yes. We assist with:

  • TPO applications

  • Objections

  • Works to trees in Conservation Areas

  • Advice on protected tree management, our reports are designed to meet Local Authority requirements.

Yes. We are a fully independent consultancy and not linked to any tree surgery company. Our recommendations are always in the best interests of you and your trees.

 

Yes, we have Professional Indemnity insurance to £2,000,000 and Public liability insurance to £2,000,000.

We operate throughout Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset and sometimes further afield. Get in touch to see if we can help in your area.

What our customers have to Say

We have engaged Keith from Dart Tree for a few years. He came highly recommended by multiple sources. Keith has solved many long-standing problems that we have encountered over the years.

Keith’s approach is relaxed, helpful and friendly and also timely, particularly when required. We would have no hesitation in highly recommending Dart Tree to anybody. We are sure you will be delighted with both the service, approach and the value for money offered.

Most importantly, Keith is a good person. Always willing to help and go the extra mile and with a genuine interest in improving the health of our trees.

Ade, Wembury
Copyright © 2026 Dart Tree Consultancy All Rights Reserved | Powered by Freshwave