Planning application
17/00165/TR5
Quelm Lane Newport Drive Warfield Bracknell Berkshire
Proposal
TPO 89 - Application to prune trees along lane
As published by the council, reference 17/00165/TR5
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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25 Jul 2017
Received by Bracknell Forest
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27 Jul 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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PA/2026/0594 Awaiting decision
FLINT COTTAGE, 8 MARBULL WAY, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, RG42 2PR
TPO89 - T1 - 1 x Oak Tree in Council Land at the rear of property - Reduce the two overextended lateral limbs over garden by up to 3 metres to suitable growth points to reduce end-weight and leverage. Reducing length from 6m to 3m. Plus removal of snapped limb. The reasons for the proposed works are: • To reduce excessive end-weight and leverage on the long overextended lateral limbs, thereby lowering the likelihood of branch failure during periods of high wind loading. • To reduce the sail area of the overhanging branches and improve the long-term structural balance of the crown. • To mitigate the risk posed by large branches overhanging an area of regular residential use, including the garden, boundary fence and associated property. • To address the presence of minor dieback within the affected branch structure and reduce mechanical stress on the remaining live growth. • To maintain the tree in a safe and sustainable condition through minimal arboricultural intervention, whilst retaining the tree’s amenity value, overall form and contribution to local landscape character. The proposed works are limited to the outer extremities of the two overextended limbs and are not intended to alter the overall size, appearance or health of the tree beyond improving branch loading and reducing the risk of future limb failure.
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16/00200/TRTPO Granted
24 Cooke Rise Warfield Bracknell Berkshire RG42 2QN
TPO 89 - Application to Prune 1 Tree
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16/00343/FUL Granted
1 Hebbecastle Down Warfield Bracknell Berkshire RG42 2QD
Conversion of garage in to habitable room.
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16/00208/TR5 Granted
Piggy Wood Warfield Bracknell Berkshire RG42 2QB
TPO 89 - 5 DAY NOTICE OF INTENT TO PRUNE 5 TREES
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16/00207/TR5 Granted
Quelm Lane Warfield Bracknell Berkshire RG42 2PF
TPO 89 - 5 DAY NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO PRUNE 2 TREES AND FELL 3 TREES
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.