Tree-lined Streets Bill

A Bill to require building developers to ensure that the streets of major new developments are lined with trees; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

6 May 2021

In Plain English

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If enacted, this Bill would require developers of major new housing developments to ensure their streets are lined with trees. It would place duties on developers to plan, plant and maintain street trees, with oversight and enforcement by local planning authorities.

Key Points

Duty on developers to ensure major new development streets are tree-lined, including planning, planting and ongoing maintenance requirements.
Local planning authorities would monitor compliance and have enforcement powers to require remedies or penalties if trees are not planted or maintained.
Aims include improved streetscapes, biodiversity, shade and air quality, with potential impacts on development timelines and costs.

Who is affected?

Building developers and housebuildersLocal planning authorities (councils)Residents and communities in major new developmentsLandscape architects and arboricultural consultantsMaintenance contractors and amenity management teams (where applicable)

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Tree-lined Streets

1 Jan 1970

The next stage for this Bill, Second reading, was scheduled to take place on Friday 23 October 2020 but the order was read and discharged and the Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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