Planning application
61 More Lane Esher Surrey KT10 8AR
Works: Trees
Part of this application was approved and part refused. The decision notice on the council portal sets out which is which.
Proposal
Tree Preservation Order EL:18/03 - T1 and T2 Oak (Quercus spp.) Tree Heights: Approx. 14 metres Proposed Works Carry out a sympathetic crown reduction to both T1 and T2, reducing all aspects of the crown by approximately 1.5 metres, ensuring the trees are maintained broadly within their current dimensions and natural form. Works to include: Reduction of lateral branches extending towards the adjacent road and residential property to provide appropriate clearance and reduce end weight Selective reduction of over extended limbs to maintain a balanced crown structure Removal of minor deadwood and any crossing or rubbing branches where identified during works Crown rebalancing to address asymmetry, particularly on T1, where there is evidence of a pronounced lean and tip loading on one side All reductions to be undertaken to suitable secondary growth points in accordance with best arboricultural practice Arboricultural Justification The proposed works are considered necessary, proportionate, and in the long term interests of the trees, for the following reasons: Size Management: A light crown reduction of approximately 1.5 metres will maintain the trees within their current spatial envelope without introducing significant pruning stress or altering their natural form. Risk Mitigation: Selective reduction of extended lateral growth will reduce end weight and sail effect, thereby lowering the risk of branch failure during adverse weather conditions. Structural Balance: Rebalancing of the crown, particularly in relation to T1, will address uneven weight distribution caused by a noticeable lean and tip loading, improving overall structural stability. Clearance from Built Environment: Reduction of growth extending towards the road and adjacent property will provide appropriate clearance, reducing the likelihood of physical damage and ongoing management conflicts. Suppression and Crown Condition: Selective pruning will alleviate minor suppression within the crown, improving li
As published by the council, reference 2026/0973
Application record
- Reference
- 2026/0973
- Type
- Tree Preservation Order
- Status
- Final Decision
- Decision
- Part approved, part refused As published: Grant in Part/Refuse in Part - TPO
- Received
- 27 Apr 2026
- Validated
- 30 Apr 2026
- Decided
- 15 Jun 2026
- Ward
- Esher Ward
- Decision by
- Officer delegated
- Postcode
- KT10 8AR
Site history
Applications at this address on the Elmbridge register
This site has had 3 applications since 2020: 1 approved, 0 refused.
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2023/0609 Decided
61 More Lane Esher Surrey KT10 8AR
Confirmation of Compliance with Condition 12 Part (Soft landscaping, lighting, drainage & services) of planning permission 2017/0401 allowed at appeal.
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2020/1913 Granted
61 More Lane Esher Surrey KT10 8AR
Deed of Variation to planning permission 2017/0401 to replace the financial contribution to Affordable Housing with on-site provision of Affordable Housing Units.
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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27 Apr 2026
Received by Elmbridge
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30 Apr 2026
Validated
Checked as complete and ready for consideration.
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15 Jun 2026
Decision issued: Grant in Part/Refuse in Part - TPO
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30 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
Documents
Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report
5 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.
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2026/1942 Refused
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2026/1938 Split decision
Tan Coed Caenshill Road Weybridge Surrey KT13 0SW
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2026/1983 Granted
20 Albany Close Esher Surrey KT10 9JR
Tree Preservation Order EL:89/15 - T1 - Oak - reduce overall by 3m and raise canopy up to 5m by removing secondary branches to leave a finished height of 15m and a finished spread of 9m. The Oak has developed into a large tree for its present location within a relatively confined rear residential garden, with the crown extending in close proximity to the boundary with the neighbouring property. The proposed works are intended to manage the tree's overall size and crown dimensions in relation to its setting, while retaining its contribution to the local amenity. The proposed work will maintain the tree at a more appropriate scale for its location and will provide greater clearance from the neighbouring property and improve the relationship between the tree and the surrounding residential garden environment. The works are intended as a proportionate management measure rather than removal of the tree, allowing the oak to be retained while reducing its current size and encroachment within a confined residential setting.
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2026/1845 Granted
Little Heath House The Ridings Cobham Surrey KT11 2PU
Tree Preservation Order EL:94/18 - T1- Oak tree- The reduction of the entire tree by 3m to reduce the risk of over loaded branches breaking out in high winds. Branches have been breaking out from this tree and the homeowner worries that about ranch will eventually hit the house. Current height 18m, resulting height will be 15m. Width currently 16m, resulting width 10m. Removal of all dead and dangerous branches. T2- Beech tree- Fell- Removal of this tree down to ground level to ease the congestion in the area and allow light through to the area below. Multiple wounds on this tree that haven't healed but have decayed. The upper canopy has been rubbing on neighbouring branches and has intertwined with both Oak trees creating extensive damage to the main stem in the upper canopy creating weak points on the tree. T3- Large Oak tree- Reduce the entire crown of this tree by up to 3 metres. This tree is far too large being so close to the neighbours building and drops lots of debris into the gardens below making the children's play area unusable at times. The tree casts an almighty shadow over the neighbours garden. This tree has a lot of dead wood within the canopy and also has OPM present. Current height 18m, remaining height 15m. Width currently 16m, resulting width 10m. T4- Sweet chestnut tree- This tree creates a lot of debris through out the year and creates a lot of shade over the lawn and plants. To re pollard this tree back to previous pruned areas retaining the lower limb which has the rope swing attached. Regrowth approximately 2.5m of new growth. T5- Sweet chestnut- This tree creates a lot of debris through out the year and creates a lot of shade over the lawn and plants. Reduce the height of this tree by 3 metres, remove all dead wood & all lower basal growth up to the height of 5m. Current height 12m, resulting height 9m.
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2026/1864 Granted
40 Severn Drive Walton-On-Thames Surrey KT12 3BH
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