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Planning application documents: what to read first
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Application overview
The tree roots from the 2no. identified Leylandi trees in drawings "1. Aerial photograph with plan location of specified trees" marked with yellow circles with a red ring around them and marked as 1 & 2. The root system of these 2no. trees has been allowed to grow unchecked over many years and this has resulted in the disturbance of the ground and fence posts in this area. One of these trees appears to have also damaged part of a tarmac driveway within the adjacent neighbour's property, although as yet no investigative report has been providing by the neighbour to demonstrate that this is indeed the cause. I am looking to trim back the roots of the specified trees to the fence line to avoid further damage.
Proposal details
- Reference
- T0156.25
- Agent
- Mr Giles Coulson The Orchard Hacton Lane Upminster RM14 2YE
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The Orchard Hacton Lane Hornchurch RM14 2YE
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Documents 3 of 3
| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Officer ReportOfficer Report | 19 Dec 2025 | View |
| Decision Notice Trees - DN_TREESDecision Notice Trees - DN_TREES | 19 Dec 2025 | View |
| Application FormApplication Form | 26 Nov 2025 | View |
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Decision & conditions
Decision Notice Trees - DN_TREESPlanning conditions
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