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Tree details Location: Rear garden Species: Sycamore Proximity: Close to residential property and overhanging neighbouring land ________________________________________ Description of proposed works Reduce the crown of one Sycamore tree by approximately 3/4 metres to manage size and spread. Works to be carried out evenly across the crown, maintaining the trees natural shape and character. Reducing the tree back to previous pruning points. ________________________________________ Reason for works The tree is located close to the rear of the property and has become oversized for its position. Branches are encroaching toward the dwelling and extending into neighbouring land. The proposed reduction is to reduce encroachment, manage future growth, and minimise the risk of damage to the property and neighbouring boundary, while maintaining the long-term health of the tree. ________________________________________ All works to be carried out by a qualified tree surgeon in accordance with BS3998.

22 Squirrels Heath Avenue Romford RM2 6AH

Tree Work Approved Conditions/ReasonsReference: T0005.26London Borough of Havering

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Status
Tree Work Approved Conditions/Reasons
Application type
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Received
8 Jan 2026
Validated
8 Jan 2026
Determination deadline
19 Feb 2026
Local authority
London Borough of Havering

Application overview

Tree details Location: Rear garden Species: Sycamore Proximity: Close to residential property and overhanging neighbouring land ________________________________________ Description of proposed works Reduce the crown of one Sycamore tree by approximately 3/4 metres to manage size and spread. Works to be carried out evenly across the crown, maintaining the trees natural shape and character. Reducing the tree back to previous pruning points. ________________________________________ Reason for works The tree is located close to the rear of the property and has become oversized for its position. Branches are encroaching toward the dwelling and extending into neighbouring land. The proposed reduction is to reduce encroachment, manage future growth, and minimise the risk of damage to the property and neighbouring boundary, while maintaining the long-term health of the tree. ________________________________________ All works to be carried out by a qualified tree surgeon in accordance with BS3998.

Proposal details

Reference
T0005.26
Agent
Mr Russell Good 22 Squirrel's Heath Avenue ROMFORD RM2 6AH

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22 Squirrels Heath Avenue Romford RM2 6AH

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DocumentPublishedAction
Officer ReportOfficer Report4 Feb 2026View
Officer Report for Decision under Delegated AuthorityOfficer Report for Decision under Delegated Authority4 Feb 2026View
Decision Notice Trees - DN_TREESDecision Notice Trees - DN_TREES4 Feb 2026View
PlansPlans8 Jan 2026View
Application FormApplication Form8 Jan 2026View

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Tree Work Approved Conditions/Reasons
Officer Report for Decision under Delegated Authority Decision Notice Trees - DN_TREES
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