R20/0146Planning Application R20/0146

Lime Tree Fell and replace with 3 coppiced Himalayan birch and 1 Scots Pine. Reason one, This house was purchased in 2018 in a derelict and uninhabitable condition which had been caused by the ingress of water, this was confirmed following a visit by an official of R.B.C. who approved twelve months free of Council Tax under the policy that existed at the time. The ingress of water was due solely to overflowing gutters caused by tree debris from this and other trees. Reason two. The tree is situated at the edge of a tarmac drive at the corner of the drive and the reversing bay, due to it's position it effectively inhibits three parking spaces due to the nature of a lime tree which typically has extremely heavy sap drop throughout the spring and summer, which if not removed immediately turns resinous and difficult to remove, also it sheds seed pods throughout the year which are dispersed widely over the area, including the gutters and roof of the dwelling and any cars parked beneath. A lime tree is also subject to the shedding of branches throughout the year, these branches can be up to 1.5 metres long and 25MM. thick, added to the annual leaf drop the tree is home to wood pigeons all year round therefore depositing excessive bird lime on any car parked beneath. the effect of the removal of this tree would enhance the quality of life of the resident and any adverse effect mitigated by the submitted planting plan.

R20/0146