Planning application
Nightingales 2 Eaton Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2JE
Works: Trees
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Proposal
Tree Preservation Order EL:89/31 - T1, T2 : Chestnut trees: grown lift by 5m and cut back branches to clear BT lines and traffic T11: Oak : fell due to decline, dead and dangerous Oak has suffered from the drought and acute oak decline T10: Norway maple: Fell, dead and dangerous, has suffered due to honey fungus T10 sits on the border to neighbouring property and it's structures, T11 on driveway in close proximity to main building and garage T11and T10 are situated on the main sewage system for all adjunctive properties, which has let in the past to several emergency call outs due to roots blocking the pipework, replanting is therefore not recommended
As published by the council, reference 2026/2157
Application record
- Reference
- 2026/2157
- Type
- Tree Preservation Order
- Status
- Registered
- Received
- 7 Sep 2026
- Validated
- 7 Sep 2026
- Ward
- Oxshott and Stoke DAbernon Ward
- Decision by
- Officer delegated
- Postcode
- KT11 2JE
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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7 Sep 2026
Received by Elmbridge
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26 Sep 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
Decision expected by 2 November 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.
Elmbridge took a median of 64 days over the applications it decided in the last year.
Documents
Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report
2 documents on file for this application
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Open the documentsWhat happens while it is decided
This application is with Elmbridge for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Elmbridge 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.
Nearby applications
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Chestnut Lodge 2A Eaton Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2JE
Variation of Conditions 2 (Approved Plans), 3 (Approved Materials) and 5 (Noise from Plant and Equipment - BS4142:2019) of Planning Permission ref:2026/0582 (Proposed construction of new pool house to accommodate ancillary entertainment facilities and provision of pool plant/store (following demolition of existing outbuilding). Variation to consist of internal alterations, change to render finish with painted timber weatherboarding and removal of approved pool plant room and store and therefore removal of Noise Assessment.
Granted Amendments Demolition 29 docs -
Chestnut Lodge 2 A Eaton Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2JE
Tree Preservation Order EL:89/31 - T1 Sweet Chestnut - reduce back to previous pruning points (2.5m) and raise canopy up to 5.5m to leave a finished height of 14.5m and finished spread of 7m. Work will maintain size and form to comply with Highways Regs T2 Sweet Chestnut - Reduce by 4m, raise canopy up to 5.5m to leave finished height of 10m and finished spread of 5m. Die-back in crown, reduce back into live growth T3 Red Oak - reduce back to previous pruning points (4m) to leave finished height of 15m and finished spread of 4m. Regrowth is too large - work will maintain size and shape T4 Sweet Chestnut - reduce by 3m to leave finished height of 14m and spread of 6m to maintain size and shape T5 Sweet Chestnut - reduce by 3m, raise canopy up to 5.5m to leave finished height of 14m and spread of 6m to maintain size and shape.
Granted Trees 4 docs -
Chestnut Lodge 2A Eaton Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2JE
Roof extension incorporating front and rear dormer windows including raising of the ridge, single-storey extension to garage, first-floor extension to existing garage and gym incorporating dormer windows, two-storey link extension to main house, new portico style front porch following removal of the existing addition, replacement and new front gable roof; removal of the ground floor side bay window extension and alterations to the landscaping, fenestration and materiality of the dwelling.
Granted Householder Extension Loft or dormer +1 28 docsSmall domestic -
Chestnut Lodge 2A Eaton Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2JE
Confirmation of Compliance with Condition 3 (Materials) of planning permission 2024/2692.
Decided Conditions 3 docs -
Chestnut Lodge 2 A Eaton Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2JE
Proposed construction of new pool house to accommodate ancillary entertainment facilities and provision of pool plant/store (following demolition of existing outbuilding)
Granted Householder Demolition 23 docsSmall domestic -
Chestnut Lodge 2A Eaton Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2JE
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans) of Planning Permission ref: 2025/2130 (Variation of Condition: 2 (Approved Plans) of planning permission 2024/2692 (Householder extensions) to reduce footprint of garage, remove parapet and alter roof form, remove palladian window, to replace front dormer windows with rooflights, addition of side and front rooflights and alterations to landscaping, internal layout and fenestration). Variations to consist of changes to fenestration
Granted Amendments Extension Loft or dormer +1 16 docsDomestic
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.