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1 ALCOT CLOSE, CROWTHORNE, RG45 7NE

Awaiting decision Bracknell Forest PA/2026/0724 Consent under Tree Preservation Orders

Works: Trees

Relates to 25/00224/TRTPO

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Proposal

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.

As published by the council, reference PA/2026/0724

Application record

Reference
PA/2026/0724
Type
Consent under Tree Preservation Orders
Status
Under Consultation
Received
21 Jul 2026
Validated
21 Jul 2026
Ward
Crowthorne Ward
Parish
Crowthorne Parish Council
Decision by
Delegated Decision
Postcode
RG45 7NE

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 21 Jul 2026

    Received by Bracknell Forest

  2. 25 Jul 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

  3. Decision

    Awaiting decision

    Decision expected by 15 September 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.

Cases linked to this one on the register

  • 25/00224/TRTPO Granted

    1 Alcot Close Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7NE

    TPO 24 - Application to prune 3 and fell 1 tree

    Decided 8 May 2026 Trees

Documents

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

3 documents on file for this application

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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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