Understanding planning · 13 min read
Planning application documents: what to read first
Understand planning application documents, officer reports and decision notices. Use a reading checklist, document table and worked example to inspect a case.
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Fintry, Downe Road, Keston, BR2 6AD
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T1 Thuja x 2 - Reduce larger tree by 5-6m in height and trim sides as hard as practicable. Reduce smaller tree by 1-2m and trim all sides.T2 Ash x 2 - Reduce lateral growth towards building to create at least 4m clearance.T3 Leyland Cypress - Trim top and all sides.T4 Hazel Group - Reduce as required to create 2m clearance from adjacent apple.SUBJECT TO TPO 16 (9.3.1965)
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Acknowledgement LetterAcknowledgement Letter · PDF | 8 May 2025 | View |
| Decision NoticeDecision Notice · PDF | 13 Jun 2025 | View |
| Officer Delegation ReportOfficer Delegation Report | 13 Jun 2025 | View |
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