AT/2026/0031Planning Application AT/2026/0031

Beech Trees T1, T2 and T3 in G5 have fallen due to a mix of structural and physiological issues that made them unsafe. A large vertical cavity in the lower stem shows advanced internal decay and missing key structural parts have further weakened it. The bark and sapwood are deteriorating with exposed areas failing to heal or adapt, suggesting a low change of recovery. Together these problems create a clear risk of failure threatening nearby property and safety. Pruning isn't a viable option, so felling is advised to reduce the risk. T4 Beech Exising crown dimensions - Height Approx 17 Metres Lateral spread - Approx 10 metres average radius from stem Proposed Post Pruning Dimensions - Target Height Approx 14 metres Target Lateral Spread - Approx 7 metres average radius from stem Reduction Extent - Up to 3 metres across the upper and lateral canopy All cuts to be made back to suitable secondary growth points that are- Healthy and well placed to maintain natural form Capable of sustainging future growth No branch to be shortened by more than one-third of its length Maximum cut diameter 50 mm Final canopy shape - Even, balanced and naturalistic Objective - To mitigate increased wind exposure and load redistribtuion following the loss of adjacent trees T1-T3, enhancing T4's structural stability and safe retention.

AT/2026/0031