Eastcote, HA5 2SL

1. 1.The ash tree is situated in the front garden of 23 Bridle Road. The mature tree appears to be in a good condition and can be viewed from Bridle Road and surrounding properties. The tree contributes to the local landscape and its mature stature and location ensures the tree has a moderate to high amenity value. This application has been refused as there is no valid arboricultural reason provided to remove the tree. Damage has been claimed to have being caused by the tree roots, but no engineering reports have been included and there is no active claim in regards to subsidence. We consider that the trees removal at this time would be premature and unjustified at this time. 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

HA5 2SL

Application type

Tree works: Trees in conservation areas/subject to TPOs