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Follow these steps to apply for EWCO.

1. Read the how to apply guidance

Read the guidance on how to apply for EWCO to understand what you need to include with your application. You will need to: 

• plan your woodland 
• get consents, approvals and permissions in place 
• prepare a map

2. Download and complete the application forms 

You must complete the following forms: 

• EWCO application form
• EWCO declaration form 
• EWCO declaration form: countersign sheet (if additional parties need to counter sign the application) 

3. Download and complete optional forms 

You may also need to submit additional forms, where applicable: 

• EWCO natural colonisation initial site assessment form: one form for each individual area you intend to use natural colonisation as a method of woodland creation 
• EWCO common land and shared grazing supplementary form: if the land in your application is common land or an area of shared grazing 
• EWCO public access non-spatial eligibility form: for proposing eligibility for the public access additional contribution where your scheme is outside of the ‘NfC Social’ GIS spatial targeting layer 
• EWCO biosecure procurement requirement exception form: if you’re not purchasing your trees from a commercial supplier, apply for an exception to the biosecure procurement requirement
• EWCO land manager authorisation form: if someone other than you manages the land in your application, they must complete this form to confirm they know about the application and that land management control will transfer to you at a later date

4. Send your completed application 

Email your completed forms to: EWCO@forestrycommission.gov.uk.

Alternatively, you can send a paper copy of the forms to:

Tips on completing the EWCO application form 

There are instructions for completing sections in the form at the top of each worksheet. Read the instructions before scrolling down to complete the required fields in each worksheet.Ìý

If you’re using MS Excel, all mandatory fields are highlighted until completed. This functionality may not be available in other software.Ìý

Some fields are locked for editing - you do not need to complete these.Ìý

Several questions require an answer from a dropdown list. These are indicated in the question or column heading.Ìý

Some fields need a particular format for the data. An ‘error message’ will appear if your entry does not match the required format.

Get help and support 

Email the EWCO team for more information EWCO@forestrycommission.gov.uk.Ìý

If you have applied, you will receive an email from the address forestry@ukemail.icasework.com. Check your junk folder and accept emails from this address, and reply directly.