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MODIFIED SPECIFICATION SEE CONDITION 2 Report received from tree surgeon (Banstead Tree Works) states:-Maple tree looking out from kitchen window: (No TPO) lift crown 3-4 small diameter branches hanging over garden and alley way, reduce side lower branch 1-1.5 m. Thin the canopy of the tree from more light penetration to property, enhance air circulation and less wind resistance for safety of falling branches as area of garden that is used by adults and children. Norway Maple (no 5) and Sycamore (no 6) over garage: reduce weight on stem going over garage and prune back. Remove any dead wood. We are extremely concerned with damage to garage and office cabin from falling branches. Reduce and prune back branches (1-1.5 m) going onto the roof, also reducing weight by thinning from the end of the stem. Maintaining the health of the tree and provide assurance to reduce risk of branches falling onto the garage and office cabin's roofs. This part of garden is also used by children and adults. This tree is also blocking neighbours solar panel, so thinning will increase light penetration. We are also seeking approval to thin by 30% the following trees: G1 (Sycamore and Norway Maple) ,H2 x2 (Cherry Laurel), Ash (no 4), Sycamore (no, 7), Sycamore (no 8) and Sycamore (no 9).

8 Maplehurst Close Burgh Heath Surrey KT20 5FU

Decided (Approved)Reference: 26/00300/TPOReigate and Banstead Borough Council

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8 Maplehurst Close Burgh Heath Surrey KT20 5FU

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Application summary

Status
Decided (Approved)
Application type
Tree Preservation Order
Received
Not published
Validated
12 Mar 2026
Determination deadline
7 May 2026
Local authority
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council

Application overview

MODIFIED SPECIFICATION SEE CONDITION 2 Report received from tree surgeon (Banstead Tree Works) states:-Maple tree looking out from kitchen window: (No TPO) lift crown 3-4 small diameter branches hanging over garden and alley way, reduce side lower branch 1-1.5 m. Thin the canopy of the tree from more light penetration to property, enhance air circulation and less wind resistance for safety of falling branches as area of garden that is used by adults and children. Norway Maple (no 5) and Sycamore (no 6) over garage: reduce weight on stem going over garage and prune back. Remove any dead wood. We are extremely concerned with damage to garage and office cabin from falling branches. Reduce and prune back branches (1-1.5 m) going onto the roof, also reducing weight by thinning from the end of the stem. Maintaining the health of the tree and provide assurance to reduce risk of branches falling onto the garage and office cabin's roofs. This part of garden is also used by children and adults. This tree is also blocking neighbours solar panel, so thinning will increase light penetration. We are also seeking approval to thin by 30% the following trees: G1 (Sycamore and Norway Maple) ,H2 x2 (Cherry Laurel), Ash (no 4), Sycamore (no, 7), Sycamore (no 8) and Sycamore (no 9).

Proposal details

Reference
26/00300/TPO
Ward
Tattenham Corner And Preston
Agent
Banstead Tree Works

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DocumentPublishedAction
FINRPT - Case Officer report (Web)FINRPT - Case Officer report (Web)7 May 2026View
Decision - TPO - Approve (Web)Decision - TPO - Approve (Web)7 May 2026View
Reigate Ramblers - North.Consultee Email (Web)27 Mar 2026View
Application Form (Web)Application Form (Web)12 Mar 2026View
Fencing and some protected treesPlan - Location Plan (Web)12 Mar 2026View
Fencing and some protected treesPlan - Existing Site Layout (Web)24 Feb 2026View
Application Form - SUPERSEDED (Web)Application Form - SUPERSEDED (Web)24 Feb 2026View

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