1no. Oak (T1, originates from Western boundary of No.5) - Pruning to reduce canopy extents by 2m. Canopy has grown beyond line of property with limb tips conflicting with roof. 1no. Sweet Chestnut (T2, originates from No.5) - Fell. As the tree matures it will be in constant conflict with building. 1no. Sycamore (T3, originates from No.5) - Fell. Historically lost a major stem. Extensive decay within a basal cavity leaving the remaining original stem structurally insecure. 1no. Sycamore (T8, originates from No.7) - Fell. Extensive decay at base. Fungus Kretzschmaria deusta leading to death of tree. 1no. Sycamore (T9, originates from No.9) -Prune long & over-extended stem, emanating from base of tree to source. Growing across the boundary & over neighbouring outbuildings. Its attachment point is considered to be structurally poor. Replanting of native deciduous trees for T2, T3 & T8.

1. CONSENT TO: 1no. Oak (T1, originates from Western boundary of No.5) - Pruning to reduce canopy extents by 2m. 1no. Sweet Chestnut (T2, originates from No.5) - Fell. 1no. Sycamore (T3, originates from No.5) - Fell. 1no. Sycamore (T8, originates from No.7) - Fell. 1no. Sycamore (T9, originates from No.9) -Prune long & over-extended stem, emanating from base of tree to source. Replanting of native deciduous trees for T2, T3 & T8.
2. 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 work is carried out in accordance with good arboricultural practice.
3. Three (3) replacement trees are required to replace T2, T3 and T8. Unless otherwise approved in writing by the Council, the replacement trees shall be three field maples (Acer campestre). Both shall be supplied in accordance with BS 3936-1:1992 as "selected standards" (i.e. 10-12cm girth measured at 1m above ground and an overall height of 300-350cm). The replacement trees shall be planted in their respective gardens and within 5m of the existing trees. The replacement trees shall be planted within the first available planting season (October to March) following the tree removals. Tree planting shall be in accordance with the relevant prescriptions of BS:8545. If within a period of five years after planting either replacement tree is removed, dies or in the opinion of the Council becomes seriously defective, it shall be replaced in the next planting season. Reason: To conserve the character of the locality.
4. 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. 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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