8B HILLY FIELDS CRESCENT, LONDON, SE4 1QA
FRONT SIDE: ONE Elder (T1)(ht.6m) FELL. Reason: 1m of neighbours foundations. A native species will be planted as a replacement.REAR: ONE False Acacia (T2)(ht.12m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 12m to 10m, REDUCE LATERAL SPREAD by 3m from 10m to 7m. Reason: there is a large wound running vertically up the main stem compromising main trunk integrity, crown reduction will reduce likelihood of failure in winds, to shape canopy, pruning to suitable points, maintain natural aesthetic.Informatives A: retaining the False Acacia (Robinia)(T1) is hugely appreciated for amenity, wildlife and environmental benefits.Informative B: creating habitat log piles with the stems of elder (T1) for wildlife and biodiversity is encouraged.Informative C: the proposed replacement for elder (T1) is greatly welcomed, suggested species such as: hazel, Alder Buckthorn, Guelder Rose, winter flowering cherry, Quince (Cydonia oblinga), Magnolia stellata, hawthorn, crab apple, wayfaring tree, medlar, mulberry.