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7 NIGHTINGALE GARDENS, SANDHURST, GU47 9DQ

Awaiting decision Bracknell Forest PA/2026/0497 Consent under Tree Preservation Orders

Works: Trees

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Proposal

Rear Garden Oak tree (T1), situated on the northernmost boundary and protected under TPO 1113. Proposed Scope of Works Currently, the tree stands at approximately 12 metres in height with an 11-metre crown spread. Positioned against two converging boundaries, its canopy overhangs three different properties. With the tree estimated to have reached only 40-50% of its ultimate growth potential, proactive canopy management is advisable given its specific location. This approach will ensure the tree continues to provide significant amenity value to the surrounding area. To manage its size effectively, I recommend a comprehensive crown reduction of up to 2 metres. Pruning will be carried out from the branch tips back to appropriate growth points, facilitating containment while preserving the tree's natural, healthy form. Method of Works To carry out the specified arboricultural operations, the tree will be accessed by qualified personnel using a rope and harness. Using professional aerial pruning techniques, secondary and tertiary limbs will be reduced by up to 2 metres, with all pruning cuts made back to suitable growth points. All operations will be conducted in strict accordance with the British Standard for Tree Work (BS3998) to ensure the health and structural integrity of the specimen.

As published by the council, reference PA/2026/0497

Application record

Reference
PA/2026/0497
Type
Consent under Tree Preservation Orders
Status
Under Consultation
Received
21 May 2026
Validated
21 May 2026
Ward
Sandhurst
Parish
Sandhurst Town Council
Decision by
Delegated Decision
Postcode
GU47 9DQ

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 21 May 2026

    Received by Bracknell Forest

  2. 25 Jul 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

  3. Decision

    Awaiting decision

    Decision expected by 16 July 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

    Bracknell Forest took a median of 62 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

What happens while it is decided

This application is with Bracknell Forest for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Bracknell Forest decided tree works applications in a median of 112 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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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