There are 3 trees at the front right hand boundary of my property looking from the house to the road. They are sited near the pavement. The first is a Sycamore tree. The other two are both Ash trees. Unfortunately the Sycamore tree at the edge of the property has died and as a result I have given a notification of intention to fell as the tree represents a potential danger to the public. It is not proposed to replant a tree to replace the Sycamore because of the restrictions of the site. It is also unlikely that a new tree could regrow given the size of the two Ash trees next to it. I am seeking permission to reduce the canopy of the Ash trees as they are growing close to both my own and my neighbours house. The reduction requested is between 1 & 2 metres. The reasons for the request is as follows: a) My neighbour is regularly contacting me concerning the trees because there are branches of the Ash tree overhanging 41 Suttons Lane causing a reduction in light to the front of the house and nuisance due to bird droppings on her car and a distortion to her drive. One particular branch is also now quite close to her property and I am concerned that the roots will be spreading towards the house foundations as well. b) The tree canopy is overhanging the road and I am concerned about branches falling onto the pavement or road causing damage to either pedestrians or vehicles so I would like the canopy reduced away from the road if possible. c) The Ash tree closest to 43 Suttons Lane now has a sizeable branch very near to the property and I am concerned about the roots spreading to the house foundations. d) There is a large branch growing across the property frontage and I am concerned about the weight of the branch and want to reduce its length and weight. Reducing the canopy by 1-2 metres will reduce the weight of the branches and those causing a nuisance will be reduced in size to prevent future problems. Care will be taken to reshape the tree as part of the work so that is remains balanced.

43 Suttons Lane HORNCHURCH RM12 6RJ