1no. Ash (T1) – Fell. Early signs of Ash Dieback. Given close proximity to buildings & location within a high target area the risk of structural failure poses a significant threat to property & public safety. Due to likelihood of disease progression & potential for sudden limb or whole-tree failure, removal is recommended as a precautionary & risk mitigation measure. 1no. Silver Birch (T2) - Reduce & Reshape Canopy, reduction of the canopy by up to 1m in height & spread. To mitigate loading stress & reduce likelihood of structural failure. Help maintain tree’s structural integrity & prolong its safe retention in the landscape

1. REFUSE: 1no. Ash (T1) – Fell.
2. Reason: The application states that this tree has early signs of ash dieback disease (no description of the "early signs" of ash dieback disease was provided) and felling is proposed as “a precautionary and mitigation measure”. However, in the absence of any supporting evidence confirming the tree is compromised structurally the proposed measures are considered unjustified. The tree has 75% of its canopy healthy with some dead tips present however these are not characteristic symptoms on their own especially in the absence of ADB symptoms outlined by the industry such as blackened and wilted leaves, epicormic growth, bark lesions or other signs of decay within the tree including fungal brackets, base dysfunction; other forms of environmental stress including low water availability, heat, soil compaction etc. can cause deadwood. Current industry best-practice does not recommend the pre-emptive felling of healthy ash trees. The proposed felling would remove the high visual amenity provided by the tree and has not yet been fully justified. Deadwood can be removed without planning permission.
3. CONSENT TO: 1no. Silver Birch (T2) - Reduce & reshape canopy, reduction of the canopy by up to 1m in height & spread.
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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