1no. Birch (T1) - Severe decay and regular snapping out branches to be removed (there is another birth directly next to T1 that will be left) 1no. Sweet Chestnut (T2) - Remove lowest branch overextending over neighbours (87 Ashdown Road) shed.

1. REFUSE: 1no. Birch (T1) – Remove.
2. Reason: The proposed removal of 1no. Birch (T1) is considered unjustified. The agent who applied on the owner’s behalf ticked “yes” on the application form that they fear the tree might fall or break however they failed to provide any arboricultural evidence as required by the form. Vitality is comparatively lower than the adjacent tree however won’t be classed as “sever decline” and therefore removal is not justified at this point. Advised the owner to see how the tree flushes in summer 2026 and they have the option to reapply if the decline is evident then. Deadwood can be removed without planning permission The works if consented to would thus result in an adverse impact upon the visual amenity, ecology and wildlife and screening of the surrounding area.
3. CONSENT TO: 1no. Sweet Chestnut (T2) - Remove lowest branch overextending over neighbours (87 Ashdown Road) shed.
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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