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30A Elm Bank Drive Nottingham NG3 5AL
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Council sourceTree Works Summary - 30A Elmbank DriveFull arboricultural inspection reports, photographs and survey notes are available online through the planning application.Tree Ref Species Works Required ReasonT01436 Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) Reduce lateral canopy by up to 1.5m, crown lift to 5m, remove deadwood over 20mm Canopy affecting adjoining property and presence of minor deadwood.T01437 Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) Pollard to 1m above main union Historical pollard with signs of fibre buckling, wetwood and Sooty Bark Disease. Overhangs adjoining property.T01438 Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) Re-coppice to stool Poor condition, independent stem movement indicating instability, prominent Sooty Bark Disease and evidence of limb failure.T01439 Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) Reduce lateral canopy by up to 1.5m, remove two lowest limbs over adjoining property, crown lift to 5m, remove deadwood over 20mm Canopy encroachment over neighbouring property and presence of deadwood.T01440 Black Poplar (Populus nigra) Aerial inspection of decay pockets, Fell tree. Reason defective structural limbs, Signs of decay, structural weakness, previous pruning defects and risk of limb failure over access drive and neighbouring property.Note: The recommended works are primarily intended to manage structural defects, reduce the risk of branch or stem failure, address disease-related concerns, and maintain clearance from neighbouring property. Full details are available within the submitted tree survey and inspection reports on the planning application website.
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View council map| Document | Published | Action |
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| APPLICATION FORM - WITHOUT PERSONAL DATAApplication Form · PDF | 18 Apr 2025 | View |
| ASSESSMENT OF TREESReports · PDF | 18 Apr 2025 | View |
| SKETCH PLANLayout Plans & Elevations · PDF | 18 Apr 2025 | View |
| DETAILS OF TREE INSPECTIONReports · PDF | 18 Apr 2025 | View |
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