1. no. English Oak (T1) - to the rear of No.135 Woodlands Way: Crown Reduce by 3m in height, height reduced from 19m to 17m Reduce back lateral spread by 2m only. reducing lateral spread from 7m to 5m. Tree works to BS3998 (2010) No pruning wounds to exceed 50mm in dia. Remove epicormic growth to a height of 4m above ground level only. 1 no. English Oak (T2) - to the rear of no.133 Woodlands Way: Climbing inspection is required to check on the status of cavities and tear out wound. If found to be not significant, then proceed to crown reduce by 3m all round. Reducing the height from 17m to 15m and the lateral spread to be reduced from 10m to 8m. Tree works to BS3998 (2010) No pruning wounds to exceed 50mm in dia.

1. REFUSE: 1. no. English Oak (T1) - crown reduce by 3m in height. Reduce lateral spread to 5m. 1 no. English Oak (T2) crown reduce by 3m all round. Reducing the height to 15m and the lateral spread to be reduced to 8m. Tree works to BS3998 (2010) No pruning wounds to exceed 50mm in dia.
2. Reason: The proposed above work is considered unjustified and will be of detriment to the health and appearance of the tree. The works would thus result in an adverse impact upon the visual amenity, ecology and wildlife and screening of the surrounding area.
3. CONSENT TO: 1 no. English Oak (T1) Remove epicormic growth to a height of 4m above ground level only.
4. No branches over 25mm in diameter shall be removed and the tree works shall retain the natural shape and habit typical for the species. Reason: To safeguard the health and amenity of the tree.
5. Note to Applicant: It is considered that, subject to compliance with the conditions attached to this permission, the proposed tree works are acceptable because they will not materially harm the character of the area, the amenity of neighbours or highway safety, and are in accordance with the policies and proposals of the development plan and after due regard to all other relevant material considerations the local planning authority is of the opinion that permission should be granted. Note to applicant: All works hereby consented should be carried out by a suitably qualified and insured tree surgeon. A copy of the decision notice should be given to the Tree Surgeon. Note to applicant: Deadwood may be removed at any time without an application. Note to applicant: Please be advised that the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 as amended, the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 and the Conservation (Natural Habitats) Regulations 1994 protect ALL wild birds, their nests (whether in use or being built) and eggs and other wild animals including bats and their roosts in or adjacent to trees. Note to applicant: The granting of consent does not give the applicant or their agent a legal right to enter land without the owner’s permission. Note to applicant: Advice regarding overhead utilities should be sought with the relevant service provider prior to commencing works. Note to applicant: Please follow current recommended Bio-security measures - Further advice can be found at https://www.trees.org.uk/News-Blog/News/Biosecurity-in-Arboriculture-and-Urban-Forestry-Po Note to applicant: Deadwood within trees provides a rich and important habitat; it can be a natural part of the trees life cycle. Consider retention of deadwood where it is safe to do so.

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