Application Number M/25/00830/TPOA
Status Split Decision

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  • Application
    Valid
    10/06/2025
  • Consultation
    End
    N/A
  • Committee
    Meeting
    N/A
  • Decision

    Split
  • Decision
    Date
    30/06/2025
  • Appeal
    Started
    N/A
  • Appeal
    Decision
    N/A
Summary
Application Number M/25/00830/TPOA
Location Address Westward Ho Welland Road Upton Upon Severn Worcester WR8 0SJ
Proposal Undertake tree works, as detailed on application form and in any accompanying information
Status Split
Application Type Tree Preservation Order Application (works to)
Appeal Decision N/A

Important Dates
Application Received Date 27/05/2025
Application Valid Date 10/06/2025
Consultation Start Date
Site Visited / Site Notice Date
Consultation End
Advert Expiry
Committee Date (if applicable)
Committee Agenda
Decision Date 30/06/2025

Further Information
Expected Decision Level Delegated
Case Officer Chris Lewis-Farley
Parish Upton-upon-Severn CP
Ward Upton & Ripple Ward
Applicant Mrs Elizabeth Broadbent
Agent Mrs Elizabeth Broadbent
Agent Address Westward Ho Welland Road Upton upon Severn WR8 0SJ

Condition Details / Information Notes
The proposed extent of crown/canopy lift/raise shown in the submitted photos is considered to be excessive and would be disfiguring to, and out of proportion with, the tree. Lesser works would however be considered appropriate (see approval notice)
The proposed reduction of canopy width, as shown in the submitted photos, is considered to be excessive, has not been adequately justified, and would be significantly detrimental to the appearance of the tree. The fact that branches overhang a neighbouring driveway, is not considered justification for cutting the tree. The proposed reduction of the tree’s canopy in the vicinity of the house is considered to be overly harsh. However lesser, targeted and more restricted works would be considered acceptable (see approval notice)
Unnecessary tree works should be avoided to minimise the chances of detrimental impacts on the tree's vascular system, potentially leading to the ingress of harmful pathogens and decay, or the activation of latent pathogens or decay fungi
Pruning trees always causes some harm to them; removal of branch tips can reduce dissipation of wind loads via mass damping, the flow of hormones and nutrients is disrupted, and the removal of photosynthetic material (the leaves) can cause physiological stress as the tree has less capacity to create energy resources.
No works shall commence until the applicant’s nominated contractor has discussed the works with the council’s tree and landscape officer. Contact should be made with the council no later than 7 days before works are to be carried out on the tree. Reason: To ensure that only works approved under this consent are undertaken.
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.
Information and advice on appointing an appropriately qualified and experienced tree surgeon can be found on the Natural Environment pages of the Malvern Hills District Council website at the following address or alternatively contact the Landscape Officer 01684 862407. https://www.malvernhills.gov.uk/planning/heritage/the-natural-environment/choosing-a-tree-surgeon
Have you thought of planting a tree in your garden? Trees provide many benefits that includes their aesthetic value (they look nice), they can help slow surface water runoff which in turn helps to reduce flooding, they support wildlife, they can increase property value, they absorb carbon dioxide (carbon sequestration), they can improve air quality and they can improve mental wellbeing.

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 Document Type Date Description File Size Drawing/Rev Number
Application Documents
01. Application Form 29/05/2025 application form (239kb) -
03. Photo 10/06/2025 photographs of tree & proposed works (1659kb) -
Decision
12. Decision Notice 30/06/2025 Decision Notice (165kb) -

Consultation Responses

Neighbour List


In addition to consultations with the consultee listed, we will publicise the application in accordance with national requirements and our local policy. This publicity usually takes the form of letters to nearby properties, the posting of site notices and/or the placing of a public notice in our local newspapers.


No associated neighbours

Consultee List


No associated consultees

Constraints List


Constraints List
SWDP 15: Designated Rural Areas
SWDP 5: Protect and Restore
TPO REF: TPO/M/604 (2017). ADDRESS: Westward House Welland Road Upton Upon Severn
No associated appeals