1no. Silver Birch (T1, situated on RAF land adjacent to Marina Drive) - Crown reduction of 3-4m from the top and sides 2-3m to provide a natural shape. Reduce and reshape crown, cutting back substantial vertical and lateral regrowth from previous pruning points, and remove the two lower branches growing towards Marina Drive. Tree has grown considerably since it was last maintained and is increasingly reducing natural light to the adjoining property and garden. During the winter months it regularly sheds branches onto adjacent pathway, garden and balcony, with some larger hanging branches having snapped during periods of high winds. The works are requested to manage the size and spread of the tree, reduce overhanging growth and risk of further branch failure, whilst retaining the Silver Birch and establishing an appropriate ongoing maintenance regime.
Notification of proposed works to trees in conservation areas
Received
11 Sept 2026
Validated
11 Sept 2026
Determination deadline
23 Oct 2026
Local authority
Eastleigh Borough Council
Application overview
1no. Silver Birch (T1, situated on RAF land adjacent to Marina Drive) - Crown reduction of 3-4m from the top and sides 2-3m to provide a natural shape. Reduce and reshape crown, cutting back substantial vertical and lateral regrowth from previous pruning points, and remove the two lower branches growing towards Marina Drive. Tree has grown considerably since it was last maintained and is increasingly reducing natural light to the adjoining property and garden. During the winter months it regularly sheds branches onto adjacent pathway, garden and balcony, with some larger hanging branches having snapped during periods of high winds. The works are requested to manage the size and spread of the tree, reduce overhanging growth and risk of further branch failure, whilst retaining the Silver Birch and establishing an appropriate ongoing maintenance regime.
Proposal details
Reference
NC/26/102087
Alternative references
15219880
Ward
Hamble & Netley Ward
Parish
Hamble-le-Rice CP
Agent
S A Spencer-Smith
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