OAK HOUSE, MOUNT GARDENS, LONDON, SE26 4NG
FRONT: ONE Lime (T1)(ht.15m) FELL to short stump and plant a replacement tree within the front garden. Reason: health & safety, basal decay cavities, adjacent to the road and drive, tall narrow crown.Informative A: the planting of a replacement tree close to the front garden boundary between the front mature horse chestnut and veteran oak is greatly appreciated to maintain the treed character of Mount Gardens and the urban forest canopy.Informative B: suggested replacement species: small leaved lime, sycamore, oak, beech, field maple, wild service tree, wild cherry Informative C: the retention of a safe standing stem or short stump is encouraged to support wildlife habitat, biodiversity and the habitat for the endangered stag beetle which has a stronghold in SE London.