2no. Monterey Pine (T1 & T2) - Fell. T1, Sparassis crispa decay at base, compromised structural timber & degraded structural roots; cavities & decaying pockets throughout, also leans heavily. T2, Heavy lean towards & over house. Decay in this tree & signs of damage to bark. Bark wound is on the tensile side close to the fulcrum point of potential failure. Recommend both trees are removed at same time on grounds of Health & Safety. Happy to replace with same or similar species.

1. REFUSE: 1no. Monterey Pine (T2) – Fell.
2. Reason: The proposed felling of 1no. Monterey Pine (T2) is considered unjustified. 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: 1no. Monterey Pine (T1) – Fell and replant.
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. Details of replacement tree planting (including quantity, species, position, size and a time frame for completion) must be submitted and approved prior to commencement of tree works. Tree planting must take place as soon as possible after the tree removal and no later than the start of the following planting season (October - April). The replacement tree shall be 1no. Scots Pine and be of a minimum of 2.5m height. Planting must be in accordance with BS: 8545 Reason: To conserve the character of the locality.
6. For a period of no less than 10 years after planting, trees which are removed, die or become seriously damaged shall be replaced as soon as is reasonably practicable with others of the same species, size and number as originally approved. Reason: To conserve the character of the locality.
7. Note to Applicant: It is considered that, subject to compliance with the conditions attached to this permission, the consented 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.
8. Appeal Conditions The appeal is allowed and consent is granted to undertake work to T2, protected by the Borough of Eastleigh Tree Preservation Order No 53 Land at Netley Lodge and Waverley Avenue, Netley, in accordance with the terms of the application ref: T/24/98509, dated 18 November 2024, subject to the following conditions: 1) The work for which consent is hereby granted shall be implemented within two years from the date of this decision. 2) A replacement tree shall be planted in the first growing season immediately following removal of the pine T2 unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Council. The replacement tree shall be of heavy standard size with a height no less than 2.5 metres. The species shall be Scots Pine (pinus sylvestris). Details of replacement tree planting (including position and a time frame for completion) must be submitted to the Council and approved in writing prior to commencement of tree works. 3) If within a period of five years from the date of the planting of that tree or any tree planted in replacement for it is removed, uprooted or destroyed, dies or, in the opinion of the Council, seriously damaged or defective, another tree of the same species and size as that originally planted shall be planted at the same place, unless the Council gives its written approval to any variation.

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