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22 THE COVERT, PETTS WOOD, ORPINGTON, BR6 0BU
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Council sourcex3 Juniper species of Conifers in front garden (one on the right-hand side of the drive entrance and two on the left-hand side): Tree on the right-hand boundary - Reduce the height by approx. 2m. Lift the lower canopy to approx. 2m by the complete removal of lower limbs. Trim all remaining side growth by approx. 12 – 14 inches, trimming back as far as possible without exposing any dead wood or making holes, trying to keep as much of an even rounded shape as possible. x2 trees on left hand side of drive entrance – Reduce the height of the tallest tree by approx. 2.5 – 3m. Remaining tree to be cut level at that height. Lift lower canopies of both trees to 2m by the pruning of and complete removal of limbs to leave a clearance from ground level of 2m. Trim all remaining side growth, trimming back by 12 – 14 inches, trimming back as far as possible without exposing any dead wood or making any holes, keeping as much of an even rounded shape as possible.
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation Area - Decision Notice · PDF | 26 Nov 2025 | View |
| PLAN 22 THE COVERT.pdf · PDF | 20 Oct 2025 | View |
| ApplicationFormRedacted.pdf · PDF | 20 Oct 2025 | View |
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