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Graylings, Camden Way, Chislehurst, BR7 5HT
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H1 Beech hedge running along the left hand boundary and rear boundary - Reduce the height by up to 2m (approximately a third of the height) shaping accordingly, trimming both sides to create a tight and compact hedge.T1 Oak towards the rear boundary - Remove major deadwood, split and hanging branches and remove trunk growth to approximately 4m above ground level.G1 Holly x 1 & Laurel x 1 on rear right hand boundary - Reduce the overall height by up to 4/5m (approximately 50% of the height) and trim and shape the remaining canopy to allow more light and space for the newly planted Yew hedge to establish better.T2 Yew on rear right hand boundary (neighbouring tree:) - Cut back to reduce a selection of side laterals extending over the patio by approximately 2m and shape accordingly.T3 Leyland Cypress on right hand side of property (neighbouring tree) - Crown reduce the overall height by up to 2.5m and trim and shape the remaining canopy to create a more compact and balanced form, trimming back from the property.T4 Dead Birch on right hand side of property - Section fell to approximately 2m above ground level.T5 Sycamore (neighbouring tree situated on the right hand boundary at 24 Camden Park) - Crown reduce the height and radial spread of the canopy by up to 2m, shape accordingly and remove major deadwood. Lift the lower canopy by approximately 3m over the driveway.T6 Oak (neighbouring tree situated on the front right hand boundary at 24 Camden Park, second tree from the house) - Remove major deadwood, split and hanging branches and to lift the lower canopy by approximately 3m over the client's driveway.
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Decision NoticeDecision Notice · PDF | 28 Apr 2025 | View |
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