| Condition Details / Information Notes |
| The tree works hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with BS 3998:2010 (Tree Work).
Reason: To attempt to avoid damage to the tree or neighbouring trees, property and services and encourage best practice in planning works and safe operations. |
| The works must be carried out by a suitably qualified tree professional.
Reason: to ensure, as far as is possible, that damage to the tree or neighbouring trees, property and associated services is avoided and to ensure, as far as is possible, the adherence to best practice in the planning and execution of the tree works and the use of safe operational procedures. |
| The work must be carried out within two years from the date of this permission.
Reason: As trees continue to grow, altering in shape and size, some works granted consent may become inappropriate and will require up to date assessment. |
| All wild bird species are legally protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) from any form of disturbance between the onset of nest building and until such time as any dependent young have left the nest, principally from the beginning of March to the end of August. |
| All species of bats and their roosts (whether the bats are present or not) are protected from reckless killing, disturbance or destruction under both national and European legislation. Cracks, cavities and holes in trees and buildings can provide suitable places for bats to rest or hibernate; these should be carefully inspected prior to carrying out any works. If bats are discovered during work on trees or are suspected of being present, the relevant work should be halted and Natural England (formerly English Nature) notified and further advice sought (http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/).
For more information about bats and the law, please go to the Bat Conservation Trust website:
http://www.bats.org.uk/
For information on surveying for bats in trees and woodland please have a look at the following guide:
https://cdn.bats.org.uk/uploads/pdf/BSI-Bat-Microguide-UK-EN.pdf?v=1549304693
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| Dead and decaying wood provides a nutrient-rich habitat for fungi, a nursery for beetle larvae and a larder for insectivorous birds and other animals. Deadwood comes in many forms, all of which has its part to play in arboricultural ecosystems. This includes fallen dead wood, standing dead wood, decaying stumps and roots, and rotting heartwood. Contrary to popular belief, retaining dead wood is not harmful to the host tree. Where possible, and where it would not compromise public safety, it is preferable if dead wood habitat is retained in the interests of wildlife. |
| Tree reference numbers T2481, T2483 and T2484 are not protected by Tree Preservation Order |
| T2479 (T4 in TPO) is a veteran lapsed poplar pollard. The complete re-pollarding of this veteran tree in one go is considered to be heavy handed, and not sympathetic to its veteran status and anticipated low resilience. While a phased canopy reduction over three years, for example, might be considered to be acceptable, a full re-pollard in one go is not. |
| Tree reference number T6421 (T11 in TPO) is a veteran lapsed poplar pollard of arboricultural heritage value and, it is anticipated, of significant biodiversity value. While some works might be considered appropriate, the proposed removal of the tree is not considered to have been adequately justified. It is clear that the trunk of the tree is heavily decayed. However, it is also clear that the main body of the tree's frame currently has adequate strength to support a full canopy. Having said this, it is recognised that there is some risk of failure, and that the tree grows in close proximity to residential properties. In such circumstances, a re-pollard would be acceptable. |
| Tree reference T0336 (part of G1 in TPO) is a veteran field maple of significant arboricultural and, it is anticipated, ecological value. Despite the presence of a number of cavities, the majority of the tree's structural wood (accessible from ground level) is not decayed. The tree grows in amongst other trees i.e., it is provided shelter from the prevailing winds. While the reduction in height/removal of the more vigorous upright sections arising from horizontal branches on the western side of the tree's canopy might be appropriate, the complete removal of the tree is not considered to have been adequately justified. |
