Planning application
16/00186/TR5
Houghtons Folly Waterloo Road Wokingham Berkshire RG40 3DJ
Proposal
TPO 1/1963 - 5 Day notification to fell 1 tree
As published by the council, reference 16/00186/TR5
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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27 Jul 2016
Received by Bracknell Forest
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27 Jul 2016
Decision issued: Approval
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27 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
What a grant of permission means
The process from here
Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.
Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.
About trees applications
How this application type works
Tree applications cover work to protected trees: those under a tree preservation order need consent for pruning or felling, and trees in a conservation area need six weeks written notice before work starts. The council assesses the amenity value of the tree and can refuse consent, approve it with conditions, or in conservation areas make a preservation order in response.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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17/00123/TR5 Granted
Bracknell Touring Caravans Waterloo Road Wokingham Berkshire RG40 3DJ
TPO 1/1963 - Application to prune 2 trees
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26/00014/FUL Awaiting decision
Bigwood House Waterloo Road Wokingham Berkshire RG40 3DA
Change of use from office to 12 bedroom house of multiple occupation, external staircase, balustrade and demolition of existing conservatory.
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170527 Decided
Land at Bigwood House Waterloo Road Wokingham RG40 3DA
Screening Opinion application for an Environmental Impact Assessment for a proposed residential development of up to 200no dwellings with vehicular access provided from a new junction with the new South Wokingham Distributor Road.
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16/00151/COND Granted
Oakwood Waterloo Road Wokingham Berkshire RG40 3DA
Details pursuant to condition 14 (lighting design strategy) of planning permission 15/00216/FUL.
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260575 At appeal
Bigwood House Waterloo Road Wokingham RG40 3DA
Breach alleged i) Without planning permission the material change of use of the Land for office and non-agricultural storage purposes including but not limited to the storage of plant, machinery, gas cannisters, traffic cones, skips, waste rubble/ materials/ vehicle parts, pallets, tyres, recyclable vehicle parts,shipping containers /trailers, timber, fencing, marble sheets, and the importation and laying of material to create a hard surface ii) The erection of a two-storey office building.
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171258 Decided
Land at Bigwood House Waterloo Road Wokingham RG40 3DA
Scoping Opinion application to determine the content of an Environmental Impact Assessment for a proposed residential development of up to 200no dwellings with vehicular access provided from a new junction with the new South Wokingham Distributor Road.
Other trees applications
In Bracknell Forest
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PA/2026/0752 Awaiting decision
26 PARKWAY, CROWTHORNE, RG45 6EN
T1 – Silver Birch – approximately 15m in height with a crown spread of 5m. Reduce the height of the crown by up to 6m, leaving a final height of approximately 9m, pruning back to suitable growth points where appropriate. Reason for the proposed works: The tree is in decline and the proposed reduction is intended to retain the tree for as long as reasonably practicable whilst reducing the likelihood of branch failure. This level of reduction would not normally be recommended for a healthy silver birch but is considered appropriate in view of the tree's current condition and the objective of prolonging its safe retention. T2 – Silver Birch – approximately 9m in height with a crown spread of 5m. Reduce the height of the crown by up to 2m, or back to the cavity if this is considered necessary following climbing inspection, pruning back to suitable growth points where practicable. Reason for the proposed works: The tree contains a cavity at approximately 6m above ground level. The proposed reduction is intended to continue the management of the tree, allowing its retention whilst maintaining the level of risk as low as reasonably practicable. The final extent of pruning will be determined following closer inspection of the cavity during the climbing operation.
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PA/2026/0753 Awaiting decision
HIGHFIELD, CROWTHORNE ROAD, BRACKNELL, RG12 7DJ
T1 - 1 x Maple Tree at front - Reduce the entire crown by approximately 2–3 metres, pruning back to the previous reduction points where appropriate, whilst retaining a natural crown form. Remove any dead, damaged or crossing branches and reshape the crown to provide a balanced, sympathetic finish Reason The Maple has previously been crown reduced and has since produced significant regrowth beyond the historic pruning points. Returning the tree to its previous reduction points will maintain the established management regime, reduce end-weight on elongated secondary growth, improve crown structure and maintain appropriate clearance from parked vehicles and the adjacent driveway. The proposed works are maintenance in nature and will preserve the tree’s long-term health and amenity value whilst retaining its natural appearance.
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PA/2026/0750 Awaiting decision
19 FOREST END ROAD, SANDHURST, GU47 8JT
T1 (oak) Reduce the canopy back to, or close to, its previous pruning points to create a radial spread of c. 7m and overall height of c. 15m above ground level. Reduce or where applicable remove branches to achieve a 1.5m clearance from overhead services. Reason: To maintain an appropriate size and improve the relationship between the property and the tree - in line with previously approved applications. To prevent interference with overhead services. To increase the suitability of the roof for solar panel installation.
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PA/2026/0741 Withdrawn
KINGSWOOD MANOR, CHURCH ROAD, WINKFIELD, WINDSOR, SL4 4SF
The tree is a Populus Nigra and half of the tree has failed and has left a massive wound, so it needs pollarding/coppicing due to it being very unsafe
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PA/2026/0738 Awaiting decision
8 BEECH RIDE, SANDHURST, GU47 8PR
T21 Scots pine, due to recently major limb failure with internal decay. T27 Syacamore, due to basal root damage with leaning condition.