Planning application
BH2025/02041
26 York Villas Brighton BN1 3TS
Proposal
T1 - False Acacia (Robinia), located in the front garden of 26 York Villas I am applying for permission to reduce the crown by approximately 2-3 metres, pruning back to previous points to retain the tree's natural shape and form. Branches in contact with the neighbouring building will be removed to provide a clearance of approximately 3 metres, preventing damage and obstruction. Several smaller lower limbs will also be removed to raise the canopy and allow more light into the garden. Reason for works: Ongoing general maintenance and to keep the tree in good condition and appearance.
As published by the council, reference BH2025/02041
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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18 Aug 2025
Received by Brighton and Hove
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22 Sep 2025
Decision issued: Approved
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21 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.
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