Planning application
17/00115/TRTPO
37 and 39 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN
Proposal
TPO 24 - Application to fell 1 and prune 3 trees.
As published by the council, reference 17/00115/TRTPO
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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16 Jun 2017
Received by Bracknell Forest
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3 Aug 2017
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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17/00004/TRTPO Granted
35 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN
TPO 24 - Application to fell 2 & prune 2 trees
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16/00272/TRTPO Refused
35 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN
TPO 24 - Application to prune 5 trees
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PA/2026/0724 Awaiting decision
1 ALCOT CLOSE, CROWTHORNE, RG45 7NE
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.
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16/00133/TR5 Granted
1 Alcot Close Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7NE
TPO 24 - 5 Day Notice of Intent to fell 1 tree
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16/00070/TRTPO Granted
1 Alcot Close Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7NE
TPO 24 - Application to Prune 2 trees
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17/00349/FUL Granted
31 Chaucer Road Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7QN
Erection of two storey side extension, single storey rear extension and single storey front extension forming porch.
Other trees applications
In Bracknell Forest
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PA/2026/0750 Awaiting decision
19 FOREST END ROAD, SANDHURST, GU47 8JT
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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.
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PA/2026/0727 Awaiting decision
9 OLD FORGE END, SANDHURST, GU47 9DY
please refer to third party document (7708641) - Only applying for the T1 Holly behind Old Forge End (at number 9) - To trim back overhanging branches to fence line. - Photo to follow.
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PA/2026/0579 Awaiting decision
42 FAKENHAM WAY, OWLSMOOR, SANDHURST, GU47 0YS
TPO38 - Reduce crown/height and remove all branches overhanging boundary from group of Silver Birch trees on adjoining land to my property.