8 Deborah Crescent Ruislip

1. 1.The tree is located in the rear garden of 8 Deborah Crescent. The ash is mature and appears to be in a good condition. It provides screening and visual interest and is visible from neighbouring properties and partially from the Celandine Route. The size, health, and contribution to the local landscape gives the tree a moderate to high amenity value. This application has been refused because it does not clearly specify, in metres, the extent of the proposed crown reduction. Based on the photographs provided, the level of reduction indicated would be excessively severe and would result in the 'topping' of the tree and would not comply with recommendations set out in BS 3998:2010. Future applications should include a precise measurement of the proposed crown reduction, for example: "crown reduction of 2.5m", and work should be in-line with BS 3998:2010. Having regard to the reasons given for the proposed work, the work is unjustified and will have a detrimental impact on the visual amenity and arboreal character of the area.
2. 2.The removal of deadwood, dangerous / hanging branches and ivy: This does not require the formal consent of the Council.
3. 3.Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981: Note that it is an offence under this act to disturb roosting bats, nesting birds or any other protected species. Therefore, if applicable, it is advisable to consult your tree surgeon / consultant to agree an acceptable time for carrying out the approved works.
4. 4.Owner(s)'s permission: Permission should be sought from the owner(s) of the tree(s) and / or the owner(s) of the land that the tree(s) overhang prior to any approved work being carried out.
5. 5.Expected standard of tree work: The approved works must be carried out in accordance with the conditions laid out above. If they are not, then enforcement action could being taken which could lead to prosecution and heavy fines. Therefore, it is highly recommended that the works are only carried out by a professional and competent arboriculturist who undertakes to comply with the conditions of this consent and in accordance with industry best practice (BS 3998:2010). The Arboricultural Association can provide details of its approved contractors, who have demonstrated such professionalism and Council can provide a list of contractors who are known to carry out tree work to a good standard and to normally maintain an appropriate policy of indemnity insurance. Address: 3 North, Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge UB8 1UW TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 (AS AMENDED) THE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (TREE PRESERVATION)(ENGLAND)REGULATIONS 2012 Tree Preservation Order No.

From the council's decision notice.

Postcode

HA4 7TB

Application type

Trees

Scale / size

Small

Date validated

2 January 2026

Target decision date

13 February 2026

Agent address

Mr Justin Douglas 231 Eastcote Road Ruislip HA4 8BN

Statutory period

42 days

Documents

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