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The previous owners of the property planted their old Christmas tree (a fir tree) in the front garden. This was after the TPO was placed on the Paddock Hill estate and so we do not believe that this tree is or should be subject to said order, although we think it important to check.The tree is an eyesore and does not fit in with the existing environment, i.e. the trees that are natural to the estate such as Oak and Beech trees. We are also concerned that if allowed to grow bigger the roots will damage not only our drive, but the pavement and pathway that it is directly adjacent to (although we have not consulted a surveyor at this point). As it stands, the tree is likely able to be removed by hand as it only stands 12ft tall (give or take). Again, due to its small stature and how recently it has been planted, I do not feel that this tree is covered by the TPO, but would like to check regardless. We are considering replacing this tree with something smaller and more visually appealing, such as a cherry tree.I look forward to hearing from you.

5 Barnard Close Frimley Camberley Surrey GU16 8YP

DecidedReference: TWA/23/0096Surrey Heath Borough Council

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5 Barnard Close Frimley Camberley Surrey GU16 8YP

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Application summary

Status
Decided
Application type
Tree Works Application
Received
22 May 2023
Validated
22 May 2023
Determination deadline
17 Jul 2023
Local authority
Surrey Heath Borough Council

Application overview

The previous owners of the property planted their old Christmas tree (a fir tree) in the front garden. This was after the TPO was placed on the Paddock Hill estate and so we do not believe that this tree is or should be subject to said order, although we think it important to check.The tree is an eyesore and does not fit in with the existing environment, i.e. the trees that are natural to the estate such as Oak and Beech trees. We are also concerned that if allowed to grow bigger the roots will damage not only our drive, but the pavement and pathway that it is directly adjacent to (although we have not consulted a surveyor at this point). As it stands, the tree is likely able to be removed by hand as it only stands 12ft tall (give or take). Again, due to its small stature and how recently it has been planted, I do not feel that this tree is covered by the TPO, but would like to check regardless. We are considering replacing this tree with something smaller and more visually appealing, such as a cherry tree.I look forward to hearing from you.

Proposal details

Reference
TWA/23/0096
Alternative references
PP-12178046
Ward
Frimley Green

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DecisionDecision · PDF4 Jul 2023View
APPLICATIONFORMREDACTEDApplication Form · PDF22 May 2023View
SITE PLAN/SCREENSHOTOther22 May 2023View

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