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22 Squirrels Heath Avenue Romford RM2 6AH

Granted Havering T0005.26 Trees

Works: Trees Domestic

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

Proposal

Tree details Location: Rear garden Species: Sycamore Proximity: Close to residential property and overhanging neighbouring land ________________________________________ Description of proposed works Reduce the crown of one Sycamore tree by approximately 3/4 metres to manage size and spread. Works to be carried out evenly across the crown, maintaining the trees natural shape and character. Reducing the tree back to previous pruning points. ________________________________________ Reason for works The tree is located close to the rear of the property and has become oversized for its position. Branches are encroaching toward the dwelling and extending into neighbouring land. The proposed reduction is to reduce encroachment, manage future growth, and minimise the risk of damage to the property and neighbouring boundary, while maintaining the long-term health of the tree. ________________________________________ All works to be carried out by a qualified tree surgeon in accordance with BS3998.

As published by the council, reference T0005.26

Application record

Reference
T0005.26
Type
Trees
Status
Tree Work Approved Conditions/Reasons
Decision
Granted subject to conditions
Received
8 Jan 2026
Validated
8 Jan 2026
Decided
4 Feb 2026
Ward
Location
Postcode
RM2 6AH

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 8 Jan 2026

    Received by Havering

  2. 4 Feb 2026

    Decision issued: Granted subject to conditions

  3. 12 Aug 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

Documents

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5 documents on file for this application

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What this grant of permission means

Havering granted permission on 4 February 2026, 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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