2025/1481
Application Details
Description
Tree Preservation Order EL:04/32 - Tree Works Specification (TPO Reference: EL 40/32) Tree A - Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) TPO Reference: EL 40/32 Sketch Plan Number: A Proposed Works: Crown reduction by up to 4 metres to reduce overhang toward neighbouring properties and to improve balance and light penetration. Selective removal of damaged and broken branches, particularly those overhanging boundary lines. General crown clean to remove deadwood >25mm diameter and reduce risk of future branch failure. Reason for Works: Excessive shade and tree debris falling into neighbouring gardens, affecting residents' enjoyment and use of their outdoor space. Risk of injury from falling debris. Reported health impacts (e.g. child with eczema affected by contaminated toys). Debris prevents neighbour from using washing lines or garden areas. Tree B - Common Oak (Quercus robur) TPO Reference: EL 40/32 Sketch Plan Number: B Proposed Works: Crown reduction by up to 6 metres to reduce end-weight of lateral limbs overhanging neighbouring property. Selective pruning to remove hazardous broken branches and reduce structural stress on extended limbs. General crown clean to remove deadwood >25mm diameter. Reason for Works: Significant overhang and excessive weight on limbs growing towards neighbour's property. A large branch from this tree previously fell and crushed a metal shed; represents a repeat risk to safety and property. Shade and falling debris are a persistent nuisance to neighbours. Ongoing threat of injury, particularly to children playing in affected garden areas. Tree C - Common Oak (Quercus robur) TPO Reference: EL 40/32 Sketch Plan Number: C Proposed Works: Crown reduction by up to 6 metres to reduce canopy encroachment into neighbouring garden. Removal of any broken, hanging, or compromised branches to prevent potential failure. General crown clean to remove deadwood >25mm diameter. Reason for Works: Risk of branch failure causing injury or damage, particularly duri
Council
Elmbridge
Application Type
Tree Preservation Order
Date Received
09 Jun 2025
Date Validated
09 Jun 2025
Decision Date
12 Aug 2025
Council Website
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Address
9 Chaucer Avenue Weybridge Surrey KT13 0SS
Postcode
KT13 0SS
Coordinates
51.357216510190874, -0.458882516568988
Source: Application Form
Quick Info
- UID
- 2025/1481
- Reference
- 2025/1481
- Status
- Granted
- Last Updated
- 15 Aug 2025