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Works to protected trees under TPO ref 259 as follows:- Poplar Tree referenced as (T6) - proposal of a 3-4m reduction for safety reasons and overhanging a footpath. Poplar Tree referenced as (T7) - proposal of failed branch removal to ensure safety Maple/Sycamore Trees referenced as (G3 and T8)) - proposal of crown lifting these trees to the same height of 6m would allow clearance to ensure safety of vehicles and pedestrians

BIRCH HILL HOSPITAL, BIRCH ROAD, WARDLE, ROCHDALE, OL12 9QB

Under ConsultationReference: OTH/2026/0901Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council

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Application summary

Status
Under Consultation
Application type
Consent for Works under a Tree Preservation Order
Received
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Validated
30 Sept 2026
Determination deadline
25 Nov 2026
Local authority
Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council

Application overview

Works to protected trees under TPO ref 259 as follows:- Poplar Tree referenced as (T6) - proposal of a 3-4m reduction for safety reasons and overhanging a footpath. Poplar Tree referenced as (T7) - proposal of failed branch removal to ensure safety Maple/Sycamore Trees referenced as (G3 and T8)) - proposal of crown lifting these trees to the same height of 6m would allow clearance to ensure safety of vehicles and pedestrians

Proposal details

Reference
OTH/2026/0901
Alternative references
PP-15260382
Ward
Wardle Shore and West Littleborough
Parish
Pennines Township
Agent
Mr Tom Prescott

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Application location

BIRCH HILL HOSPITAL, BIRCH ROAD, WARDLE, ROCHDALE, OL12 9QB

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