Topp Tree Care

5 Croft Road Ogwell Devon TQ12 6BQ

Crown reduction of T001 Oak Removal of T002 self-seeded Sycamore Removal of G001 and G002 mixed groups

The Bungalow The Rocklands Chudleigh Devon TQ13 0EA

T003 - Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris) Crown reduce by approximately 6m, reducing the overall height from approximately 31m to approximately 25m. Reduce the lateral crown proportionately to maintain a balanced natural form, retaining suitable growth points. T001 - Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris) - Fell to ground level due to extensive basal decay and hollowing, bark necrosis, major deadwood, significant canopy decline and poor physiological and structural condition. T002 - Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris) Reduce the tree from approximately 32m to a final height of approximately 12m. Retain the reduced stem and principal structure as a habitat feature, using veteranisation cuts where appropriate

Lynway Court St Marychurch Road Torquay TQ1 3JP

T003 ? Mature lime: Pollard to the main crown break, retaining the main stem and permanent primary scaffold framework. Thereafter manage as a cyclical pollard, with re-pollarding anticipated approximately every seven years. The works are requested following a ground-based assessment and subsequent climbing inspection. The aerial inspection identified multiple cavities within load-bearing primary branches supporting substantial upright stems. Three cavities were reported to extend beyond the diameter of the affected branch when investigated using an eight-inch probe. Further cavities and significant historic pruning wounds with associated decay were also recorded. The affected crown is exposed to wind and overhangs St Marychurch Road, the unsheltered Hatfield Cross bus stop and parts of Lynway Court. The inspecting arborist considered ordinary crown reduction but concluded that it would not sufficiently address the defects distributed through the primary crown. Pollarding is therefore proposed as a tree-retention and risk-management measure, rather than removal. T004 ? Mature lime: Crown reduce from approximately 30 metres to 28 metres in height and reduce radial spread from approximately 9 metres to 7.5 metres. Retain a natural flowing canopy outline and prune to suitable growth points. The T004 works are limited to crown reduction; pollarding is not proposed for this tree. T004 has previously been crown reduced and has responded with approximately 1?1.5 metres of regrowth. The proposed reduction continues this established management approach while retaining the tree?s overall form and amenity contribution. Both trees will be retained. All works will be undertaken by a competent and appropriately insured arboricultural contractor in accordance with the approved specification and BS 3998:2010, subject to appropriate ecological and highway-safety controls.

Woodsome Woodend Road Torquay TQ1 2PZ

T001- Holm Oak - Sectional Dismantle, See tree survey for justification.

Timbertops Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PS

Reason for Works The subject tree is a self-seeded, semi-mature Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) of limited individual landscape and public amenity value. The tree has developed as a twin-stem specimen and has previously been reduced, resulting in a modified crown form. The tree is situated in close proximity to the dwelling and adjacent driveway, where continued growth is creating an increasing spatial relationship conflict with the property. The canopy extends over the driveway, resulting in regular accumulations of leaves, seeds and other organic debris. During periods of wet weather this contributes to a slippery surface requiring ongoing maintenance to maintain safe access to the property. The tree does not form part of a significant landscape feature, avenue or important visual group and is largely screened within the residential setting. Due to its self-seeded origin, previous management history and limited contribution to the wider character of the Conservation Area, its removal is not considered likely to result in a material loss of public amenity. Whilst cyclical pruning could temporarily reduce canopy spread, it would not resolve the underlying relationship with the dwelling or prevent the recurring accumulation of seasonal debris on the driveway. Continued pruning would also necessitate ongoing management of a species that responds vigorously to reduction. Removal is therefore considered to represent the most appropriate long-term management solution. To mitigate the loss of canopy cover, the applicant is willing to undertake replacement planting with a more suitable ornamental tree in an agreed location if considered appropriate by the Local Planning Authority.

High Gables The Tors Kingskerswell TQ12 5DR

Horse Chestnut - Remove to ground level and grind out the stump

Flat 1 St Ives Court Furzehill Road Torquay TQ1 3JG

T001- Pine Proposed Works: Reduce the western (left-hand) lateral crown by approximately 2.0-2.5 metres back to suitable secondary growth to reduce end weight and rebalance the crown whilst retaining the tree's natural form. Remove the single lower lateral limb overhanging the garden (approximately 200mm diameter at the point of removal). Remove any dead, damaged or broken branches encountered during the works. All pruning to be undertaken in accordance with BS3998:2010 - Tree Work - Recommendations. Reason for Works: To reduce the dominance and leverage of the extended lateral limb, improve crown balance and lessen the visual impact over the garden whilst retaining the tree as a significant landscape feature. The removal of the lower limb will improve clearance beneath the canopy and facilitate ongoing garden use and maintenance. The proposed works represent routine arboricultural management and are not intended to adversely affect the long-term health or amenity value of the tree.

Meadfoot Lodge Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LG

TPO Application Summary Meadfoot Lodge, Meadfoot Sea Road, Torquay Proposed Tree Works Summary This application seeks consent to undertake essential arboricultural works identified during a Quantified Tree Risk Assessment undertaken at Meadfoot Lodge, Meadfoot Sea Road, Torquay. The proposed works are necessary to mitigate foreseeable risks arising from structural defects, decay and branch failure potential whilst retaining the long-term amenity value of the trees wherever practicable. T001 Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Current crown radius: 14m (approximate crown spread 28m). The tree exhibits Ganoderma-associated basal dysfunction and extended lateral growth. It is proposed to reduce the extended lateral limbs by approximately 2-3m, resulting in a post-pruning crown radius of approximately 11-12m (crown spread 22-24m), together with the removal of deadwood. These works will reduce end-weight loading and improve structural stability whilst retaining the tree's significant landscape contribution. T002 - Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa Current crown radius: 8m (approximate crown spread 16m). The tree contains a structurally weak co-dominant stem with included bark overhanging the adjacent highway. Consent is sought to remove the defective stem only. The retained stem will continue to provide screening and amenity value, with the overall crown spread reduced proportionately following removal of the defective leader. T003 - Please accept this as the revised specification: Selectively reduce the crown by 1-2 metres to leave a radial spread of approximately 8 metres, pruning to suitable growth points to retain a natural, balanced and symmetrical crown while maintaining the tree's natural character. T004 - The tree survey identifies an included union within the main stem of the tree. This is the defect referred to in the survey, and the recommended works relate to managing the associated risk.

Coast View Holiday Park, Shop Torquay Road Shaldon Devon TQ14 0BG

T2876 Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior): Remove to ground level, T2878 Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior): Remove and replace, T2879 Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior): Remove ivy growth from the lower stem, T2880 Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior): Remove defective cracked scaffold limb back to a suitable growth point or parent union and remove ivy growth from the stem base, G001 Leyland Cypress Group (Cupressus leylandii): Undertake crown reduction by approximately 2-3 metres in height to contain overall dimensions and maintain suitable clearance from adjacent telecommunications infrastructure. Works to include sympathetic reshaping whilst retaining adequate live foliage cover and natural form, G002 Common Ash Group (Fraxinus excelsior): Undertake removal of minor deadwood and remove Ivy, G003 Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior): Remove all due to Ash Dieback, G004 Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus): Ivy severence and vegetation clearance

3 Overdale Close Torquay TQ2 8RD

T001 - Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica): Undertake a light, sympathetic lateral crown reduction of approximately 1.0-1.5 metres on the dwelling-facing aspect only in order to reduce encroachment toward the adjacent property and maintain a suitable spatial relationship with the building. Works to retain the tree's natural form and balanced crown structure, with an estimated post-work crown spread of approximately 6.5-7.0 metres on the pruned aspect and approximately 8.0 metres elsewhere throughout the retained canopy. Concurrent removal of significant deadwood over identified target areas, including adjacent dwellings and gardens, is also proposed as part of routine tree management. The proposed works are considered minor and proportionate arboricultural management intended to implement early-stage crown maintenance through small diameter pruning cuts, thereby avoiding the need for more extensive pruning works in the future. All works are to be undertaken in accordance with BS3998:2010 by suitably qualified and insured arboricultural contractors.