DC/25/141822
Application Details
Description
REAR: ONE Sycamore tree (T40) CROWN REDUCTION Ht by 6m from 14m to 8m Spread by 4m from 9m to 5m.REASON: There is a large cavity in the main stem that severely compromises the structural integrity. Work undertaken to reduce likelihood of failure. The tree presents a health and safety hazard as it overhangs the playground. ONE Acacia tree (T21) Ht 16m No reduction of height or lateral spread proposed. REMOVE dead limbs pruning to suitable points and maintaining a natural aesthetic where possible. REASON: to reduce likelihood of failing branches over playground.Informative A: The sensitive management of the trees is greatly appreciated for landscape amenity, wildlife, wellbeing, and urban forest canopy for environmental benefits to mitigate the effects of climate change.Informative B: Wherever possible, please create habitat log piles in the garden from cut branches for wildlife and biodiversity.
Council
Lewisham
Application Type
Trees in Conservation Areas
Date Received
15 Oct 2025
Date Validated
05 Nov 2025
Decision Date
24 Nov 2025
Council Website
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Address
ASHMEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL, ASHMEAD ROAD, LONDON, SE8 4DX
Postcode
SE8 4DX
UPRN
Coordinates
51.469269700000000, -0.025203400000000
Source: Application UPRN
Quick Info
- UID
- DC/25/141822
- Reference
- DC/25/141822
- Status
- Granted
- Last Updated
- 28 Nov 2025