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18 publications for Felling Permission applications

Forest Operations and Red Squirrels in Scottish Forests

This note sets out further advice on how to plan and carry out forest operations and recreational activities in woodlands to minimise the possible impacts on red squirrels.
12 Jan 2026 (Updated date)
PDF (230.62 KB)

Forest Operations and Wildlife in Scottish Forests

This note summarises current wildlife species protection law in Scotland in relation to forestry operations and gives general guidance on best practice to minimise adverse effects on protected species.
28 Oct 2024 (Updated date)
PDF (48.21 KB)

Forest Operations and Birds in Scottish Forests

This note gives further advice on how best to plan forestry operations and recreational activities in woodlands to avoid causing damage or disturbance to protected wild birds in Scotland.
28 Oct 2024 (Updated date)
PDF (118.66 KB)

Forest Operations and European Protected Species in Scottish Forests

This note gives initial guidance on the implications for forestry of changes to be made under the Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c.) Amendment (Scotland) Regulations 2007.
28 Oct 2024 (Updated date)
PDF (152.61 KB)

Felling Permission Application Form (PDF)

Form to be completed when making a felling permission application. This document is the PDF version. Last updated in April 2024.
28 Oct 2024 (Updated date)
PDF (238.13 KB)
Applications and forms

Felling Permission Application Form (Word Document)

Form to be completed when making a felling permission application. The form contains sections for site details, felling operations and the proposed restocking. This document is the Microsoft Word version. Last updated in April 2024. 
19 Jun 2025 (Updated date)
FILE (87.55 KB)
Felling and felling permissions
Fliers and posters

Tree Felling in Scotland - Leaflet

The leaflet briefly outlines how to apply for felling permission. 
19 Jun 2025 (Updated date)
PDF (565.66 KB)
Felling and felling permissions

Applicant Information Note: Transition Arrangements

Information note outlining the transitional arrangements with the introduction of the Forestry and Land Management (Scotland) Act 2018 and associated Regulations on April 1st 2019.
28 Oct 2024 (Updated date)
PDF (221.25 KB)

Appeal Notes for Appellants

Information and notes to assist with completing the appeal form. These notes were updated in August 2024.
28 Oct 2024 (Updated date)
PDF (961.13 KB)

Forestry Appeals Process Guide Chart

This chart shows the forestry appeals process.
28 Oct 2024 (Updated date)
PDF (674.87 KB)

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