Tree work planning approval in Watford
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 10 Jun 2026.
Of 107 tree work planning applications decided by Watford in the last 5 years, 98% were approved. This is the council's track record for this kind of work. It is a useful gauge before you apply, not a guarantee for any one application.
Other work in Watford
- Extension : 83% approved (465 decided)
- Rear extension : 85% approved (338 decided)
- Loft conversion : 78% approved (196 decided)
- Roof / fenestration : 85% approved (192 decided)
- Side extension : 86% approved (94 decided)
- Porch : 86% approved (80 decided)
- Demolition : 85% approved (74 decided)
- Two-storey extension : 77% approved (56 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Watford, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Watford decides today, with the longer record as context. A rate is only shown once there are enough decided applications for it to be reliable. We publish aggregate figures only, never an individual application or applicant name. Read the full method and limits.