25/1681/CAT

Description

T1- Ash Condition: Fair to declining. The tree is growing at a noticeable angle towards the dwelling.Issues:-Root activity is already causing damage to the low retaining wall along the driveway.-Continued growth poses a risk to a boundary wall of the driveway.-The lean towards the property presents a potential future hazard should the tree fail during adverse weather.-The trees root system also restricts the proposed widening of the driveway for vehicle access.Recommendation: Removal to prevent further structural damage and to improve site safety.T2 ElmCondition: Poor. The tree exhibits signs of decay and partial rot within the main stem.Issues:-Deteriorating structure with low amenity value.-Extensive ivy and bramble infestation.-Proximity to the boundary fence.-Contributing to shading of the rear elevation, exacerbating damp conditions.Recommendation: Removal due to poor health, structural weakness, and limited retention value.T3 Cherry PlumCondition: Poor. Ivy and bramble infestation present.Issues:-Toxic to dogs and potentially harmful to humans if ingested.-Provides little amenity or ecological value in current condition.-Growing into the garden fence and competing with adjacent trees.-Contributing to shading of the rear elevation, exacerbating damp conditions.Recommendation: Removal due to toxicity concerns, poor condition, and encroachment issues.T4 and T5 Apple Trees Condition: Poor. Infested with ivy and brambles for an extended period, reducing vigour.Issues:-Toxic to dogs.-Suppressed growth and limited productivity.-Contributing to shading of the rear elevation, exacerbating damp conditions.-Growing into the garden fenceRecommendation: Removal due to poor health, toxicity concerns, and to improve sunlight and airflow to the rear of the house.

Council Website

Address

The Old Coach House Mount Howe Topsham EX3 0BG

Postcode

EX3 0BG

UPRN

010013041113

Coordinates

50.680250500000000, -3.458631400000000

Source: Application UPRN