Agenda item

REFUSED

Description of application – T1 English Oak tree – 70% by vol canopy prune and consent to reprune to 2019 dimensions in 2021 and 2023. SUBJECT TO TPO 382 (12.12.1986).

The Principal Tree Officer reported that a 70% reduction of the tree would leave one growth point on each limb which would send the tree into a deep decline and result in the tree dying. Refusal of the application could lead to a compensation claim against the Council which would be defended by Legal representatives. Roots had been found in the borehole and were already under the dwelling however, there was no evidence that damage had been caused to the property.

Members having considered the report, RESOLVED that the application to reduce one English Oak tree be REFUSED as recommended, for the reason and informatives set out in the report of the Assistant Director, Planning and Building Control.