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1 Smythson Drive Nottingham Nottingham City NG8 2NW
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Council source1 - Sycamore TreeWe would like to prune the Sycamore tree to maintain its size and shape. We would like to lift the crown by 0.5m and reduce the crown by0.5m. The proposed pruning is intended as routine garden and tree maintenance, helping to keep the tree in a manageable condition whileretaining its overall health and appearance.2 - Red Tipped PhotiniaWe would like to undertake pruning of the Red Tipped Photinia to maintain its size and shape. We would like to undertake crown cleaningwhich would not exceed 0.5m reduction of the crown. The work is proposed as general maintenance to prevent excessive growth.3 - Cherry TreeWe would like to undertake pruning of the Cherry tree to maintain its size and shape. We would like to reduce the crown by 0.5m. The workis proposed as general maintenance to prevent excessive growth.4 - Silver Birch TreeThe Silver Birch is dead. Given its dead condition, we would like to remove the tree to eliminate the risk of it falling.5 - Crab Apple TreeThe Crab Apple tree is currently growing very close to, and is touching, the house/roof. We are concerned that its proximity to the buildingcould be causing damage to the foundations and roof.In addition, the trunk of the tree does not appear to be in good health, and there is visible evidence which may indicate infection or disease.We therefore would like to remove the tree.6-9 - Conifers (Leylandii)The conifers identified are dead and are currently heavily covered with Ivy.We would therefore like to remove and replant to maintain and improve the landscaping and greenery of the garden.
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View council map| Document | Published | Action |
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| AMENDMENT : APPLICATION FORM - WITHOUT PERSONAL DATAApplication Form · PDF | 17 Sept 2026 | View |
| TREE INFORMATION AND PHOTOSReports · PDF | 17 Sept 2026 | View |
| APPLICATION FORM - WITHOUT PERSONAL DATAApplication Form · PDF | 1 Sept 2026 | View |
| TREE LOCATION ON MAPLayout Plans & Elevations · PDF | 1 Sept 2026 | View |
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