Understanding planning · 13 min read
Planning application documents: what to read first
Understand planning application documents, officer reports and decision notices. Use a reading checklist, document table and worked example to inspect a case.
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5 Belmont, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 5DZ
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3x Cherry - remove to ground level The trees were planted by the previous owner and were left unmanaged. They were planted too close to the party walls on either side of the gardens and the main branches and majority of the crown now overhang each neighbouring property. The trunks touch or rest against the party walls. Cracks had appeared in both party walls some time ago, but are now becoming too much of a concern, and it's been agreed with the neighbours to repair these before further damage is done. It is hoped this can be done before bad weather risks further damage or a collapse. A tree surgeon has surveyed the situation and neighbours have given access permission for the trees to be removed safely.
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