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2 RUFUS CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FL

Awaiting decision Eastleigh T/26/101952 Consent under Tree Preservation Orders

Works: Trees

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Proposal

1no. Sycamore - Crown reduction of 2.5-3m on the north, south and west sides, with the height of the crown reduced by 3-4m. This will keep the crown balanced. See enclosed Tree Inspection Report for further information. Extremely concerned about the health of the tree, it's location close to the house and the damage it would cause if a bough were to fall on the house. It is showing clear indication deterioration since the first application. Furthermore, recent branches falling close to our playhouse and into a neighbour's garden demonstrate an extended risk. Serious personal harm or loss of life are a real risk. Urgently requesting permission to carry the recommended tree works as soon as possible.

As published by the council, reference T/26/101952

Application record

Reference
T/26/101952
Type
Consent under Tree Preservation Orders
Status
Application Valid - Awaiting Decision
Received
18 Aug 2026
Validated
20 Aug 2026
Ward
Hiltingbury Ward
Parish
Chandler's Ford CP
Decision by
Delegated Decision
Postcode
SO53 1FL

Site history

Applications at this address on the Eastleigh register

This site has had 2 applications since 2025: 0 approved, 1 refused.

  • T/25/100476 Refused

    2 RUFUS CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FL

    1no. Sycamore (TPO 280E) - Crown reduction by 2.5-3m on the north, south and west sides with the height of the Crown reduced by 3-4m. Reason: see enclosed Tree Inspection Report.

    Decided 30 Dec 2025 Trees

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 18 Aug 2026

    Received by Eastleigh

  2. 20 Aug 2026

    Validated

    Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

  3. 2 Sep 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

  4. Decision

    Awaiting decision

    Decision expected by 15 October 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

    Eastleigh took a median of 53 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

Documents

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

10 documents on file for this application

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What happens while it is decided

This application is with Eastleigh for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Eastleigh decided tree works applications in a median of 44 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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  • 2 RUFUS CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FL

    T/25/100476 Submitted 19 Nov 2025 50 yards away

    1no. Sycamore (TPO 280E) - Crown reduction by 2.5-3m on the north, south and west sides with the height of the Crown reduced by 3-4m. Reason: see enclosed Tree Inspection Report.

    Refused Trees 6 docs

  • 56 KINGSWAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FJ

    H/26/101025 Submitted 3 Mar 2026 100 yards away

    Single storey side extension to replace existing conservatory (amended description)

    Granted Householder Extension 5 docs
    Small domestic

  • 64 KINGSWAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FJ

    H/26/101657 Submitted 25 Jun 2026 100 yards away

    Demolition of existing outbuilding, erection of single storey rear extension.

    Granted Householder Extension Demolition 19 docs
    Small domestic

  • 75 KINGSWAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FH

    T/24/98386 Submitted 22 Oct 2024 150 yards away

    1no. Ash tree (T1) - Fell. On the grounds that historic poor pruning has rendered the tree structurally unreliable & therefore unreasonable to retain. Replace with two Small Leaf Limes.

    Refused Trees 6 docs

  • 75 KINGSWAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FH

    H/24/98311 Submitted 4 Oct 2024 150 yards away

    Single storey front extension and conversion of garage to habitable room.

    Granted Householder Extension 11 docs
    Small domestic

  • 57 KINGSWAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1FH

    H/21/90789 Submitted 7 Jun 2021 150 yards away

    Single storey rear and side extension, replacement garage and new highway access including dropped kerb

    Granted Householder Extension 10 docs
    Small domestic

In Eastleigh

  • T/26/101894 Granted

    12 VELMORE ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3HE

    1 No. Dead Scots Pine (T2) - Remove. Dead 1 No. Scots Pine (T3) - Remove, tree in decline

    Received 6 Aug, published by the council 12 Aug 2026 Trees
  • T/26/101840 Granted

    Southern Gas Networks, Bridge Road,, Bursledon,, SO31 8AL

    1no. Corylus (Hazel),1no. Crataegus (Hawthorn) & 1no. Oak - To prune back approx. 2-3m back from fence. To provide and maintain a 1m clearance from the fence line surrounding the site compound. The trees are currently overhanging into the compound area, and the works are required to ensure safe access, facilitate operational activities, and address health and safety considerations within the site.

    Received 28 Jul, published by the council 12 Aug 2026 Trees
  • T/26/101903 Granted

    30 RANDALL ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 5AL

    1no. Silver Birch (T1) - Fell to ground level due to poor physiological state of the tree which has been occurring over the last four years. There is no reasonable reduction of the crown possible that would prolong the life of the tree as tree is unlikely to respond well to pruning. Replant with another Birch.

    Received 7 Aug, published by the council 23 Aug 2026 Trees
  • T/26/101900 Refused

    237 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2DX

    1no. Oak (T1, originating from no. 24 Thornbury Wood, SO53 5DQ) - Reduce lateral limbs extending over garden and towards property by approx. 2.5m to even up the tree and provide a natural and balanced shape. Majority of branches are to the Southeast side of tree. Pruning will be carried out back to natural growth points to improve light levels within garden and minimise overhang towards house, while preserving the tree's overall form and health.

    Received 7 Aug, published by the council 23 Aug 2026 Trees
  • NC/26/101955 Granted

    4 GREYLADYES, SCHOOL ROAD, BURSLEDON, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 8BX

    1no. Beech - Fell, see attached Tree Inspection Report.

    Received 19 Aug, published by the council 2 Sep 2026 Trees