Understanding planning · 13 min read
Planning application documents: what to read first
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Application overview
1no. Beech - Tree in front garden to reduce low lateral limbs by 2 metres overhanging and giving clearance to the house, also the same over driveway and lawn area.
Proposal details
- Reference
- T/25/100075
- Alternative references
- 14333614
- Ward
- West End South Ward
- Parish
- West End CP
- Agent
- Foster's Tree Surgeons (Terry Foster)
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28 SOUTHERN ROAD, WEST END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 3ET
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Documents 4 of 4
| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| T_25_100075 PL_Final DecisionDecision Notice · PDF | 29 Oct 2025 | View |
| 28SouthernRd 100075AMOfficer Report · PDF | 28 Oct 2025 | View |
| 17579541384348092111575834729397.jpgLocation Plan | 15 Sept 2025 | View |
| ApplicationFormRedacted.pdfApplication Form · PDF | 15 Sept 2025 | View |
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Decision & conditions
T_25_100075 PL_Final DecisionPlanning conditions
- REFUSE: 1no. Beech - Tree in front garden to reduce low lateral limbs by 2 metres overhanging and giving clearance to the house, also the same over driveway and lawn area. Reason for refusal: The proposal is ambiguous as the definition of “low laterals” is open to interpretation.
- CONSENT TO: 1no. Beech – Crownlift to 5m over highway and 4m around remainder. Selectively prune to clear building by 2.5m.
- 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 Reason: To ensure works are carried out in accordance with good arboricultural practice.
- Notes 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. Deadwood may be removed at any time without an application. 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. The granting of consent does not give the applicant or their agent a legal right to enter land without the owner’s permission. Advice regarding overhead utilities should be sought with the relevant service provider prior to commencing works.
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