Planning Application Details

Fell Copper Beech tree (REI/52 T20), stump grind and undertake replacement planting of a tree species/size more appropriate for the location. Reasons for felling are: i) To prevent further damage to adjacent retaining wall which has become cracked due to direct root contact ii) To prevent further damage to adjacent paving which has cracked, lifted and become displaced by seasonal shrinking/swelling of the soil. iii) To reduce risk of future damage to foul sewers and water main in very close proximity. iv) To reduce risk of future damage to the foundations of 31 Alma Road. v) To provide sustainable long-term visual amenity by re-planting with a tree species more apropriate for the location which will complement a well-maintained front garden. Further detailed evidence is provided in a separate document 'Statement of Supporting Evidence'. To compensate for any perceived loss of visual amenity, it is proposed that the tree be replaced by a slower growing species or one with a smaller mature spread/height which is more appropriate for a medium sized residential garden. Suggested species are Prunus 'Snow showers' or Prunus 'Umineko' to be planted in a similar location to the existing TPO tree.