FRONT: ONE Broad-leaved Cockspur Thorn (T1)(ht.5m) FELL. Reason: tree is dead, around 40yrs old, with fungi growing at the base of the trunk, proposed to replace with the same species of tree. Duty to replace applies.Informative A: the landowner has a duty to plant another tree of an appropriate size and species when a tree is removed in a conservation area because it is dead or presents an immediate risk of serious harm. Ref. Tree Preservation Orders and trees in conservation areas, guidance, para 121.Informative B: the proposed replacement tree planting is hugely appreciated for amenity, wildlife and shade to reduce increasingly high summer temperatures due to climate change, other suitable species include such as: crab apple, hazel, Laburnum, Cornus mas, witch hazel, wayfaring tree, Magnolia liliiflora 'nigra', quince (Cydonia oblonga), Stachyurus praecox, Orange-barked Myrtle (Myrtus apiculate), Seven-son tree, (Heptacodium miconioides). Informative C: please retain high stump and create habitat log piles with arisings for wildlife and biodiversity.

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