17 Kirby Close Northwood

1. 1.The tree is located in the rear garden of 17 Kirby Close. The mature cypress appears to be in a good condition and can be viewed from neighbouring properties and from Kirby Close. The tree has a moderate amenity value due to its condition and limited view from public land. This application has been refused. The proposed work to remove the tree is not proportionate to the problem, and a the issue of the raised root may be solved with a less severe work specification - such as raising the level of soil / turf around the root, or by root severance. There is no justification to remove the tree in its entirety at this stage. 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

HA6 3NQ

Application type

Trees

Scale / size

Small

Date validated

18 November 2025

Target decision date

13 January 2026

Agent address

Mr Billy Walsh West Hyde Nursery Old uxbridge road Maple cross Hertfordshire WD39XY

Statutory period

56 days

Documents

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