Planning application
Braeside Ovingdean Road Brighton BN2 7AA
Works: Trees
Permission granted. Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses.
Proposal
T1 - Sycamore: Crown reduce by approximately 2 metres in height and spread, with cuts made back to suitable growth points. The works are proposed for general maintenance and to allow more natural light into the garden and surrounding property. This process will ensure the retention of the tree's natural shape and promote a balanced structure.
As published by the council, reference BH2025/02394
Application record
- Reference
- BH2025/02394
- Type
- Treeworks on Preserved Trees (Lopping)
- Status
- Decided
- Decision
- Approved
- Received
- 29 Sep 2025
- Validated
- 29 Sep 2025
- Decided
- 13 Oct 2025
- Ward
- Rottingdean & West Saltdean
- Postcode
- BN2 7AA
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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29 Sep 2025
Received by Brighton and Hove
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13 Oct 2025
Decision issued: Approved
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21 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
Who's behind it
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Maplewood Tree Surgery Agent, a tree-works contractor registered in Brighton
Active · incorporated 2023 · Brighton
23 applications on PlanIndex · across 6 councils · 100% granted
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Brighton and Hove granted permission on 13 October 2025, subject to any conditions on the decision notice. Work must normally begin within three years or the permission lapses. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.
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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