Park Meadow Estate Hatfield AL9 5HE

Proposal

T40- Cut back the long (7-8m) branch by up to 2m over the adjacent garden to the nearest appropriate growth point. To reduce the end loading and strain on the branch attachment point T43- If funds permit, target prune stubs- To help to prevent die back T63- Gently break up mulch to aerate soil and pull back from trunk. Remove dead branches of 30mm diameter or greater, and smaller-diameter long branches at trusted tree surgeon’s discretion. To improve soil aeration and prevent disease at trunk base. To prevent injury or nuisance. T85- Lift over parking space to provide about 2.4m vertical clearance. To prevent damage and nuisance. T99- Lightly formatively prune to remove the crossing branch S at about 2.3m above ground level that is attempting to become the leader. To prevent future structural problems. T140- Consider removing the sub-dominant stem. To improve the appearance and future structure. T19- Lift low branch to provide up to 2.4m vertical clearance underneath. To prevent nuisance. T26-Option 1: fell to branch ‘elbows’. Plant a replacement tree near by that is not in the rose family. Option 2: fell to ground level and grind out the stump to about 300mm below ground level. Plant a replacement tree near by that is not in the rose family. 1. To reduce the risk of harm while retaining live mistletoe growth and a wildlife’s dead wood habitat for as long as possible. Replanting to sustain the landscape value of this part of the ‘garden’. 2. To eliminate risk while sustaining the landscape value of this part of the ‘garden’. TPO 006 (2025)