Group of approx. 6 Limes (G1, within hedge row on right hand side of entrance driveway) - Clear neighboring property by up to 2m and raise all over driveway to 5.2m. To maintain statutory height over highway and clear neighboring property. Group of mixed species (G2) - Remove section of hedge including self set Pine at end of hedge row. To create space for extra car parking spot. 1 no. Laurel (T1)- Remove Laurel to ground level Affecting nearby electrical box. 1 no. Field Maple (T2-4)- Raise canopy over play and clear building by removing lowest limbs back to stem. To maintain clearance from property and over footpath. 1 no. Birch (T5)- Raise lower canopy over play area to approx. 3m from ground & reduce crown by approx. 2m To maintain clearance over play area.

1. REFUSE: Group of approx. 6 Limes (G1, within hedge row on right hand side of entrance driveway) - Clear neighbouring property by up to 2m and raise all over driveway to 5.2m. 1 no. Field Maple (T2-4)- Raise canopy over play and clear building by removing lowest limbs back to stem. 1 no. Birch (T5)- Reduce crown by approx. 2m
2. Reason: The proposed work: Group of approx. 6 Limes (G1) Clear neighbouring property by up to 2m and raise all over driveway to 5.2m; 1 no. Field Maple (T2-4) Raise canopy over play and clear building by removing lowest limbs back to stem; and 1 no. Birch (T5) Reduce crown by approx. 2m, is considered unjustified and will be of detriment to the health and appearance of the trees. 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: Group of approx. 6 Limes (G1, within hedge row on right hand side of entrance driveway) - Localised reduction to provide up to 2m from buildings and structures and raise all over driveway to 3m. Group of mixed species (G2) - Remove section of hedge including self-set Pine at end of hedge row. 1 no. Laurel (T1)- Remove Laurel to ground level 1 no. Field Maple (T2-4)- Raise canopy over play and clear building by to provide up to 2m clearance from the building and 3m clearance from ground level. 1 no. Birch (T5)- Raise lower canopy over play area to approx. 3m from ground
4. The tree works hereby consented shall be completed within 2 years of the date of this permission and shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details and to British Standard for Tree Work BS3998:2010
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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