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1 Lister Close Exeter EX2 4SD

Granted Exeter 23/1545/TPO Works to Protected Trees (TPO)

Works: Trees

Permission granted. Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses.

Proposal

T1 - Holm Oak tree with ?Honey fungus? at the base: Pollard at approximately 30 feet high Evidence from myself, Hywel Davies, Consultant for Exe Tree Care Ltd I have had time today (Wednesday 13th December 2023) to inspect the Holm Oak tree at No 1, Lister close, and have some concerns regarding the presence of Honey fungus at the base. I believe that the presence of Honey fungus to the degree seen in the photographic evidence provided is causing root damage/death the therefore undermining the structural integrity of the tree. The tree is also thinning, ie reduced density of foliage, and with dieback present. This is a sign that the roots/vascular tissues are struggling to supply the crown with water/nutrients, most probably due to root death/damage. Due to it's height , weight, and proximity to the house and the main road I am concerned about maintaining the tree in its current form, and think it best to reduce the tree to a pollard, leaving it at approximately 30 feet high. Lower growth can be maintained. Topping cuts will be between approximately, 12, 16 & 18 inch cuts on the three main stems.

As published by the council, reference 23/1545/TPO

Application record

Reference
23/1545/TPO
Type
Works to Protected Trees (TPO)
Status
Permitted
Decision
Granted As published: Permitted
Received
19 Dec 2023
Validated
19 Dec 2023
Decided
22 Jan 2024
Ward
Newtown And St Leonards
Decision by
Delegated Decision
Postcode
EX2 4SD

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 19 Dec 2023

    Received by Exeter

  2. 22 Jan 2024

    Decision issued: Permitted

  3. 20 Sep 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

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Exe Tree Care Ltd Agent, a tree-works contractor registered in Exeter

Active · incorporated 2014 · Exeter

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6 documents on file for this application

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What this grant of permission means

Exeter granted permission on 22 January 2024, subject to any conditions on the decision notice. Work must normally begin within three years or the permission lapses. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

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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