Hollin Bank Lowick Green ULVERSTON LA12 8EA
Lancashire CC TPO No 4 1958 This application is to crown reduce T19 (Fagus sylvatica) at Hollin Bank. The tree is a very large, mature specimen and displays normal vigour with no visible signs of dysfunction. It does however dominate the garden, causing excessive shading to the house and lawns. While it is currently healthy and structurally sound, the owner is concerned that due to its size and proximity to his property, the tree could be uprooted and strike the house in high winds and rain, when soils lose their cohesive nature due to excessive water content. My recommendation is to reduce the tree's height by 5m and laterally in all directions by 3m. This would reduce the wind sail area of the crown and therefore minimise the risk of failure during extreme weather conditions.