Planning application
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Works: Trees
Refused. Only the applicant can appeal, within the statutory time limit, and a revised scheme can be submitted instead.
Proposal
Tree Preservation Order EL:21/01 - Tree No.7 Horse Chestnut - Trim back outer fine branches to south and south east to 6m radius from stem.Reason: To improve garden clearances and lightTree No.10 - Trim back fine outer branches to east over site back to 8m radius from stem.Reason: to improve garden clearances and light.
As published by the council, reference 2025/1834
Application record
- Reference
- 2025/1834
- Type
- Tree Preservation Order
- Status
- Final Decision
- Decision
- Refused As published: Refuse Proposed Tree Work
- Received
- 16 Jul 2025
- Validated
- 16 Jul 2025
- Decided
- 8 Sep 2025
- Ward
- Esher Ward
- Decision by
- Officer delegated
- Postcode
- KT10 9NU
Site history
Applications at this address on the Elmbridge register
This site has had 7 applications since 2021: 2 approved, 3 refused.
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2025/1019 Granted
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Variation of Condition: 2 (Approved Plans) of planning permission 2024/0243 (Terrace of 3 two-storey houses with rooms in the roofspace and 3 detached two-storey houses with detached garage for Plot 2 and attached garages for Plots 4, 5 and 6, associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house) to provide rooms in the roof space, alter internal layout, addition of roof lights and alterations to fenestration of Plots 1, 5 and 6.
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2024/2751 Refused
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Non-Material Amendments to planning permission 2024/0243 (Terrace of 3 two-storey houses with rooms in the roofspace and 3 detached two-storey houses with detached garage for Plot 2 and attached garages for Plots 4, 5 and 6, associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house) to revise internal layout with alterations to fenestration and the addition of side rooflights to the South elevation of Plot 1.
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2024/2675 Split decision
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Confirmation of Compliance with Condition: 3 (Materials samples), 4 (Landscaping scheme), 7 (Construction Transport Management Plan), 9 (Cycle Parking), 14(Tree Pre-commencement Meeting), 16 (Additional Arboricultural Information), 19 (Tree Planting & Maintenance) and 20 (New access) of planning permission 2024/0243.
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2024/0243 Granted
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Terrace of 3 two-storey houses with rooms in the roofspace and 3 detached two-storey houses with detached garage for Plot 2 and attached garages for Plots 4, 5 and 6, associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house.
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2022/2086 Refused
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Development comprising 9 houses (one detached, 2 pairs of semi-detached and a terrace of 4) with attached garages for Plots 2, 5, 6 and 9, associated parking and amenity spaces following demolition of the existing house.
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2021/1238 Withdrawn
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
3 pairs of semi-detached three-storey houses, 1 detached three-storey house and associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house.
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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16 Jul 2025
Received by Elmbridge
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8 Sep 2025
Decision issued: Refuse Proposed Tree Work
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23 Sep 2026
Added to PlanIndex
Documents
Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report
6 documents on file for this application
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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.
Nearby applications
Within 0.3 miles
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40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Variation of Condition: 2 (Approved Plans) of planning permission 2024/0243 (Terrace of 3 two-storey houses with rooms in the roofspace and 3 detached two-storey houses with detached garage for Plot 2 and attached garages for Plots 4, 5 and 6, associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house) to provide rooms in the roof space, alter internal layout, addition of roof lights and alterations to fenestration of Plots 1, 5 and 6.
Granted Amendments Loft or dormer Demolition +1 27 docs -
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Non-Material Amendments to planning permission 2024/0243 (Terrace of 3 two-storey houses with rooms in the roofspace and 3 detached two-storey houses with detached garage for Plot 2 and attached garages for Plots 4, 5 and 6, associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house) to revise internal layout with alterations to fenestration and the addition of side rooflights to the South elevation of Plot 1.
Refused Amendments Loft or dormer Demolition +1 9 docs -
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Terrace of 3 two-storey houses with rooms in the roofspace and 3 detached two-storey houses with detached garage for Plot 2 and attached garages for Plots 4, 5 and 6, associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house.
Granted Full applications Demolition 73 docs -
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Confirmation of Compliance with Condition: 3 (Materials samples), 4 (Landscaping scheme), 7 (Construction Transport Management Plan), 9 (Cycle Parking), 14(Tree Pre-commencement Meeting), 16 (Additional Arboricultural Information), 19 (Tree Planting & Maintenance) and 20 (New access) of planning permission 2024/0243.
Split decision Conditions 28 docs -
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
Development comprising 9 houses (one detached, 2 pairs of semi-detached and a terrace of 4) with attached garages for Plots 2, 5, 6 and 9, associated parking and amenity spaces following demolition of the existing house.
Refused Full applications Demolition 100 docsSeveral homes -
40 New Road Esher Surrey KT10 9NU
3 pairs of semi-detached three-storey houses, 1 detached three-storey house and associated landscaping and parking following demolition of existing house.
Withdrawn Full applications Demolition 27 docs
Other tree works applications
In Elmbridge
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2026/1900 Granted
102 Palace Road East Molesey Surrey KT8 9DU
East Molesey Kent Town Conservation Area - To fell and grind 1 x conifer in clients rear garden. The Conifer is killing off the surrounding grass and plants, and has become to big for the garden, the clients have various other trees and plants and would like to replan their garden without the conifer. 2m Laurel crown reduction as per attached pictures. All pruning cuts will be in alignment with the branch collar to ensure the trees optimal recovery.
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2026/1906 Granted
Ham Manor Mill Road Cobham Surrey KT11 3AL
Cobham Conservation Area - T1 - Yew Overhanging road lift up by a minimum of 6m so large lorries do not keep catching branches. T2 - Conifers to dead wood T3 - Acacia to reduce branches by 3m reduction as before. T4 - Holly to remove as dying T5 - Eucalyptus to reduce by 1/3 3 metres as previous.
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2026/1822 Split decision
19 Harvest Lane Thames Ditton Surrey KT7 0NG
Tree Preservation Order EL:99/04 - T1 - Acacia Wholistic Crown reduction to ensure good onward form and containment Cut lengths to range from 1 - 2m back to sustainable growth points in order to balance crown and promote healthy growth Final height of approx 8-9m Remove all dead wood from canopy as is shedding into neighbouring properties
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2026/1821 Refused
The Square High Pine Close Weybridge Surrey KT13 9EA
Tree Preservation Order EL:08/12 - T38 Oak Reduce the crown spread by up to 2 metres over the road and neighbouring properties, reducing the overall spread from approximately 12 metres to 10 metres. The works are requested to provide suitable clearance from adjacent properties and the road, whilst maintaining the tree's natural shape, balance, and amenity value. T47 Copper Beech Reduce the crown spread by up to 2 metres on the side adjoining the neighbouring property, reducing the overall spread from approximately 12 metres to 10 metres. The works are requested to alleviate encroachment over neighbouring land and provide appropriate clearance, whilst retaining the tree's natural form, balance, and long-term health.
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2026/1722 Split decision
61 Wolsey Drive Walton-On-Thames Surrey KT12 3BB
Tree Preservation Order EL:234 - T13 Oak Crown lift by removing the lowest branches to source to achieve approximately 4 metres clearance above ground level. Reduce lateral branches overhanging No. 50 King George Avenue by up to 2-3 metres to shape and contain. Final height unchanged. Final spread approximately 8 metres.