1no. Oak (T1) - Remove 1x Low limb growing over patio to West. Reduce entire canopy by 3-4m to suitable growth points. 1no. Oak (T2) - Reduce entire canopy by 3-4m to suitable growth points. Reduction is indented to balance a pronounced weight bias towards property, reduce sail effect that Oaks are now exposed to & manage potential risk to adjacent dwelling. 1no. Birch (T3) - Reduce entire canopy by 2-3 to suitable growth points. Several surrounding Birch trees have previously failed. Tree has formed a tight bifurcation point close to ground level & the aim is to reduce wind loading onto the lower union & therefore reduce the potential risk of failure at this point in future.

1. REFUSE: 1no. Oak (T1, closest tree to the patio) - Remove 1x Low limb growing over patio to West. Reduce entire canopy by 3-4m to suitable growth points. 1no. Oak (T2) - Reduce entire canopy by 3-4m to suitable growth points.
2. Reason: The proposed work on T1 and T2 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: 1no. Oak (T1, closest tree to the patio) – Prune back to provide 3m clearance from the house, lowest limb to be reduced by no more than 3m. 1no. Birch (T3) - Reduce entire canopy by 2-3 to suitable growth points.
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 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.

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