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35 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN

Refused Bracknell Forest 16/00272/TRTPO Tree Work Application

Works: Trees

Refused. Only the applicant can appeal, within the statutory time limit, and a revised scheme can be submitted instead.

Proposal

TPO 24 - Application to prune 5 trees

As published by the council, reference 16/00272/TRTPO

Application record

Reference
16/00272/TRTPO
Type
Tree Work Application
Status
Refusal
Decision
Refused As published: Refusal
Received
20 Oct 2016
Validated
20 Oct 2016
Decided
19 Dec 2016
Ward
Little Sandhurst And Wellington
Parish
Crowthorne Parish Council
Decision by
Delegated
Postcode
RG45 7QN

Site history

Applications at this address on the Bracknell Forest register

This site has had 2 applications since 2016: 1 approved, 1 refused.

  • 17/00004/TRTPO Granted

    35 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN

    TPO 24 - Application to fell 2 & prune 2 trees

    Decided 9 Mar 2017 Trees

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 20 Oct 2016

    Received by Bracknell Forest

  2. 19 Dec 2016

    Decision issued: Refusal

  3. 27 Jul 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

Who's behind it

Company information only, from the register and Companies House

JDB Contractors & Son Ltd Agent, a construction firm

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Documents

Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report

3 documents on file for this application

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What this refusal means

Bracknell Forest refused this application for the reasons on the decision notice; only the applicant can appeal, and refused schemes often return in revised form. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

About tree works applications

Applications for works to trees cover protected trees: consent under a tree preservation order, or six weeks notice for trees in a conservation area. More in our guide to planning application types.

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  • 35 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN

    17/00004/TRTPO Submitted 9 Jan 2017 50 yards away

    TPO 24 - Application to fell 2 & prune 2 trees

    Granted Trees 3 docs
  • 33 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN

    17/00098/TRTPO Submitted 17 May 2017 50 yards away

    TPO 24 - Application to prune 1 tree

    Refused Trees 2 docs
  • 33 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN

    17/00029/TRTPO Submitted 6 Mar 2017 50 yards away

    TPO 24 - Application to prune one tree

    Refused Trees 4 docs
  • 37 and 39 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN

    17/00115/TRTPO Submitted 16 Jun 2017 50 yards away

    TPO 24 - Application to fell 1 and prune 3 trees.

    Granted Trees 4 docs
  • 27 Alcot Close Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7NE

    13/00200/TRTPO Submitted 20 Sep 2013 50 yards away

    TPO 24 - Application to Prune 3 trees and fell 1 tree(to the rear of 27 Alcot Close)

    Granted Trees 3 docs
  • 1 ALCOT CLOSE, CROWTHORNE, RG45 7NE

    PA/2026/0724 Submitted 21 Jul 2026 50 yards away

    86% historically approved · decision due ~15 Sep

    Following the attached Tree Survey Report, our consultant (Sarah Duckworth) submitted a planning application 25/00224/TRTPO to have this tree felled due to the past presence of Kreutzschmaria deusta. Although the tree currently presents in good physiological condition, with notable adaptive “wound wood” around historic basal wounds, the presence of K. deusta significantly increases the long term risk profile due to its characteristic pattern of concealed decay and sudden failure without clear external symptoms. Given the tree’s height (17m), proximity to surrounding property, and the species’ known susceptibility to structural compromise when colonised by K. deusta, we are requesting a crown reduction to lower sail area, reduce end weight, and mitigate mechanical stress on the stem and root plate. This proposal aims to retain the tree within the landscape while responsibly managing the elevated risk associated with the fungal infection. Requested Works A sympathetic crown reduction of 3 metres overall, targeting: • Reduction of upper crown height by 3m • Lateral spread reduced by approx. 2m • All cuts made to suitable secondary growth points to maintain natural form • No more than 20–25% of the crown volume removed • Deadwood removal throughout the canopy This level of reduction will meaningfully decrease wind loading and leverage on the lower stem - particularly important given the past fungus identified - while preserving the tree’s aesthetic value and ecological contribution. Supporting Rationale • Kreutzschmaria deusta is associated with brittle fracture at the base, often without prior crown symptoms. • Reduction will lower structural stress, significantly reducing the likelihood of unpredictable failure. • The tree shows good vitality, so a light to moderate reduction is appropriate to retain long term canopy health. • The proposed works represent a balanced, minimal impact intervention that prioritises public safety while maintaining the tree’s presence. The requested reduction is a proportionate and responsible management action in light of the past fungal infection and structural risk profile. It will help ensure the continued safe retention of this TPO tree while preserving its amenity value.

    Awaiting decision Trees 3 docs

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    T16 - Mature Walnut Tree - Crown lift mature walnut to approximately 3m above ground level by the selective removal of lower branches to improve pedestrian clearance, access and maintenance beneath the crown and provide appropriate clearance from the adjacent garden structure. Retain the natural form and overall character of the tree. Description and reason for works: The mature walnut tree is proposed to be crown lifted to approximately 3 metres above ground level , by the selective removal and shortening of lower branches where appropriate. The lower crown currently extends down into the garden area and across the pedestrian access route, creating restricted clearance beneath the tree and interfering with the practical use and maintenance of the area. The low branches also extend towards and over the adjacent garden structure and restrict access around the building. The proposed crown lifting is intended to provide improved headroom and pedestrian clearance , allowing the area beneath and around the tree to be used and maintained safely and effectively. It will also provide suitable clearance from the adjacent garden building whilst reducing the likelihood of lower branches being damaged through regular pedestrian activity and maintenance operations. The works will be undertaken selectively, removing only those lower branches necessary to achieve an approximately 3-metre crown clearance . The natural form, structural framework and overall appearance of the walnut will be retained, with no unnecessary removal of healthy upper-canopy growth. All pruning will be carried out in accordance with good arboricultural practice, with pruning cuts made at suitable branch unions and positioned to minimise unnecessary wounding. The intention is to retain the mature walnut as an important landscape and amenity tree whilst improving clearance and access beneath its crown . G2 - 1 x Silver Birch - Remove major deadwood

    Received 5 Oct, published by the council 7 Oct 2026 Trees
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    THE HOLLIES, WARFIELD STREET, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, RG42 6AR

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