Planning application
26/P/1006/TPO
3 Beechwood Drive Portishead BS20 8ES
Proposal
Beech (T1) Fell. Reason It is considered that the tree is in terminal decline. The presence of Ganoderma austrael fruiting bodies around the basal area of the tree and lower stem indicate decay within these area which could potentially compromise the structural integrity of the tree leaving it susceptible to wind throw or stem fracture. Decay cavities at 4m up the stem have further compromised the structural integrity of the tree. The extensive dieback and dead branches within the upper and western canopy would indicate issues with the normal physiological functions of the tree potential resulting from the fungal infection around the base. The dwelling to the south and public footpath to the east are within falling distance were the tree to suffer wind throw or stem fracture. It is therefore considered that the tree poses a significant health and safety risk to the residents, their property and the general public using the footpath. See Arboricultural report attached.
As published by the council, reference 26/P/1006/TPO
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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14 May 2026
Received by Bristol, City of
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19 May 2026
Validated
Checked as complete and ready for consideration.
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21 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development. Extensions of time are common.
What happens while it is decided
The process from here
This application is with Bristol, City of for determination. The council publicises it, consults neighbours and technical bodies where required, and weighs the responses against local and national planning policy.
The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development, though extensions of time are common. Comments carry most weight while the case is undecided, so check the council portal for the deadline if you want to respond.
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
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26/P/1006/TPO Awaiting decision
3 Beechwood Drive Portishead BS20 8ES
Beech (T1) Fell. Reason It is considered that the tree is in terminal decline. The presence of Ganoderma austrael fruiting bodies around the basal area of the tree and lower stem indicate decay within these area which could potentially compromise the structural integrity of the tree leaving it susceptible to wind throw or stem fracture. Decay cavities at 4m up the stem have further compromised the structural integrity of the tree. The extensive dieback and dead branches within the upper and western canopy would indicate issues with the normal physiological functions of the tree potential resulting from the fungal infection around the base. The dwelling to the south and public footpath to the east are within falling distance were the tree to suffer wind throw or stem fracture. It is therefore considered that the tree poses a significant health and safety risk to the residents, their property and the general public using the footpath. See Arboricultural report attached.
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25/P/1978/TPO Granted
4 Woodside Gardens Portishead BS20 8EQ
Beech T1 - Crown reduction by 2m in height through drop crotch reductions to suitable growth points. Removal of approximately 4no. over extended branches to the east should be removed as reduction of the south stem will have made these more exposed to wind loading. reduction of compromised stem to south to 2m above tear out. 2m reduction in height and spread to east.
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26/P/0736/TPO Granted
4A Woodside Gardens Portishead BS20 8EQ
T3 (Mature Beech): multiple cavities found: Fell. T7 (Semi-mature Beech): Fungal outbreak: Fell.
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25/P/1844/AOC Granted
4A Woodside Gardens Portishead BS20 8EQ
Request to discharge condition 3 (Arboricultural Method Statement) on application 23/P/0472/FUH.
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25/P/1844/AOC Granted
4A Woodside Gardens Portishead BS20 8EQ
Request to discharge condition 3 (Arboricultural Method Statement) on application 23/P/0472/FUH.
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26/P/0736/TPO Granted
4A Woodside Gardens Portishead BS20 8EQ
T3 (Mature Beech): multiple cavities found: Fell. T7 (Semi-mature Beech): Fungal outbreak: Fell.
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