The Hill Back Lane Sibford Ferris OX15 5QL

1. 25 Nov 2025

   Received by Cherwell

2. 1 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 20 January 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Cherwell took a median of 57 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Cherwell for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Cherwell decided tree works applications in a median of 39 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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.

• Sibford School The Hill Back Lane Sibford Ferris OX15 5QL

  25/02904/TCA Submitted 6 Nov 2025 50 yards away

  T1 Walnut - Crown reduction by approximately 3 metres (+/-0.5metre dependant on growth points available), Removal of all deadwood 25mm or greater in diameter at the point of attachment to functional wood and crown lifting to approximately 4 metres above ground level. G1 Holly and ash - Removal to stumps as close as possible to ground level from the north side of Holly house. T2 Beech - Crown reduction by approximately 3 metres (+/-0.5metre dependant on growth points available), Removal of all deadwood 25mm or greater in diameter at the point of attachment to functional wood. T3 Sycamore - Crown reduction of the south aspect by approximately 3 metres (+/-0.5metre dependant on growth points available), blending the reduced crown into the remaining crown. T4 Alder - Removal of the alder to a stump as close as possible to ground level. T5 Ash - Removal of the lowest south limb from the ash and then reducing the remaining south aspect of the crown by up to 3 metres (+/-0.5metre dependant on growth points available).

  Granted Trees 6 docs

• Austin Grounds Farm Hook Norton Road Sibford Ferris OX15 5QR

  25/03347/F Submitted 24 Dec 2025 250 yards away

  Alterations to and conversion of barn to form one dwelling (self-build)

  Withdrawn Full applications New dwelling 16 docs
  Domestic

• Barn North Of Austin Grounds Farm Hook Norton Road Sibford Ferris OX15 5QR

  26/02197/F Submitted 24 Aug 2026 250 yards away

  92% historically approved · decision due ~6 Nov

  Alterations to and conversion of barn to form one dwelling and formation of associated hardstanding

  Awaiting decision Full applications 8 docs
  Domestic

• 3 Hook Norton Road Sibford Ferris Oxfordshire OX15 5QR

  26/02297/F Submitted 8 Sep 2026 250 yards away

  92% historically approved · decision due ~3 Nov

  Single storey rear extension

  Awaiting decision Full applications Extension
  Small domestic

• Applegrove Hook Norton Road Sibford Ferris OX15 5QN

  26/00590/TCA Submitted 25 Feb 2026 250 yards away

  Tree A (Conifer) circa 5m tall crown lifting (1m) and reduction (2m) as beginning to hinder large vehicles entering the property and walkers using the footpath Tree B (False Acacia) circa 20m tall crown reduction (5m) and thinning to reduce sail and allow more light into garden. Tree C (Beech) circa 25m tall crown reduction (5m) and thinning. Tree has significant sail and branches fully overhang both Hook Norton Road and Back Lane reduction will also allow more light into the front garden. Tree D (Maple 1) circa 7m tall crown thinning (1m-2m) to allow more light into the front garden. Tree E (Maple 2) circa 7m tall crown thinning (1m-2m) to allow more light into the front garden. Tree F (Maple 3) circa 7m tall crown thinning (1m-2m) and thinning to allow more light into the front garden. Tree G (Oak) circa 25m tall crown reduction (5m) and thinning to remove some dead limbs and again reduce sail.

  Refused Trees 5 docs

• The Ark Main Street Sibford Ferris Oxfordshire OX15 5RE

  26/00562/F Submitted 4 Mar 2026 300 yards away

  Alterations, addition of rooflights and two dormers to rear roof slope, and erection of single storey rear extension

  Granted Full applications Extension Loft or dormer 12 docs
  Small domestic

• 26/01841/TPO Granted

  9 Poppy Close Yarnton Oxfordshire OX5 1GZ

  T1 - Mature Copper Beech - Crown reduction to manage canopy spread within the confines of the garden by removing 2 meters or a suitable growth points dictate - subject to TPO 07/2001

  Received 17 Jul, published by the council 11 Aug 2026 Trees
• 26/02364/TCA Awaiting decision

  The Manor Country House And Hotel Northampton Road Weston On The Green OX25 3QL

  T1 Oak - remove completely it to avoid any issue.

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Trees
• 26/02363/TCA Awaiting decision

  The Red House Street Through Burdrop Burdrop OX15 5RQ

  T1 Beech - Crown reduce laterally by 3 metres apically and laterally. Crown lift, 6 metres. T2 Beech - Crown reduce laterally by 3 metres apically and laterally up to 3 metres. Crown lift, 6 metres. G1 x 4 Horse Chestnut - Crown lift 6 metres, lifting away from boundary T3 Weeping Willow - Pollard at 12 metres T4 Laburnum sp - Remove two lowest limbs on NW due to crack in the base of the tree. Removal sail weight towards property. T5 Ash - Sectional felling due to Ash dieback disease present. T6 Goat Willow - Fell to ground level T7 Walnut - Crown reduce by 3 metres laterally and apically

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Trees
• 26/02011/TCA Granted

  Cherry Cottage Main Street North Newington OX15 6AJ

  T1 Ornamental Cherry - trim around tree by 1.8 metres approx.

  Received 6 Aug, published by the council 13 Aug 2026 Trees
• 26/01980/TCA Granted

  The Old Coach House West End Hornton OX15 6DA

  T1 Ash - Fell T2 Ash - Fell T3 Ash - Fell T4 Ash - Fell T5 Ash - Fell

  Received 10 Aug, published by the council 13 Aug 2026 Trees