1no. Silver birch (T1) - Reduce in height and spread by 3m to balance canopy and improve amenity value to other road users. 1no. Yew (T2) - Crown lift to 3m over pavement, reduce in height and spread by 2m for the same reasons as T1. 1no. Sycamore (T3) - Fell. Significant longitudinal crack extends 4m up main stem, the whole way through the stem, making likelihood of failure in strong winds a high possibility.

1. REFUSE: 1no. Silver birch (T1) - Reduce in height and spread by 3m.
2. Reason: The proposed reduction of height and spread by 3m on 1no. Silver birch (T1) is considered unjustified and will be of detriment to the health and appearance of the tree. The works would thus result in an adverse impact upon the visual amenity, ecology and wildlife and screening of the surrounding area. More details are available in the Officer Report.
3. CONSENT TO: 1no. Silver birch (T1) - Reduce the branch growing towards the pavement by 2m. 1no. Yew (T2) - Crown lift to 3m over pavement, reduce in height and spread by 2m for the same reasons as T1. 1no. Sycamore (T3) – Fell and replant.
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. Details of replacement tree planting (including quantity, species, position, size and a time frame for completion) must be submitted and approved prior to commencement of tree works. Tree planting must take place as soon as possible after the tree removal and no later than the start of the following planting season (October - April). The replacement tree shall be 1no. tree of any native species of the applicant's choice and be of a minimum of 10cm in girth. Planting must be in accordance with BS: 8545 Reason: To conserve the character of the locality.
6. For a period of no less than 10 years after planting, trees which are removed, die or become seriously damaged shall be replaced as soon as is reasonably practicable with others of the same species, size and number as originally approved. Reason: To conserve the character of the locality.
7. 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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