4 Woodcutters Close Hornchurch RM11 2EZ

This site has had 2 applications since 2025: 2 approved, 0 refused.

• T0119.25 Granted

  4 Woodcutters Close Hornchurch RM11 2EZ

  Poplar tree 65 ft tall, We wish to remove the whole tree. The poplar in our garden at 4 Woodcutters Close, Hornchurch RM11 2EZ is located adjacent to the northwest corner of Haynes park which is a dog walkers area. The tree is 65 foot tall and is only less than 15 feet from the house. I have a 3 year old son who lives in the house and plays in the garden. It is less than 5 feet to the dog walkers path and the ledge on which young boys sit on the boundary to river in the Haynes park. The tree is covered in poison ivy and the tree surgeons have said that this has damaged the core of the tree and it is dying. The large tree sways significantly even in moderate winds and on several occasions large branches both from the top and lower areas have fallen. Some photos attached. The roots are visible close to the house. I have been advised by tree surgeons that the tree roots are causing movement of the ground making the lawn level uneven and constantly changing. This has led to paving stones close to the house coming up fully (video attached) and I have been advised there might be damage to the foundations of the house already. The fence panels are leaning out toward the park and the river. Recently a fence panel on the boundary to the park next to the tree came off going into the park and it had to be refixed with screws to retain in place preventing fall. The tree surgeons also noted that the tree is leaning toward the house and there is a risk of damage to the property and people in the house due to tree. There is a risk to public in the park and children do take that path regularly. The tree surgeons have advised that the tree has to be removed fully.

  Decided 12 Nov 2025 Trees

1. 3 Dec 2025

   Received by Havering

2. 22 Dec 2025

   Decision issued: Granted subject to conditions

3. 12 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Havering granted permission on 22 December 2025, 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.

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.

• 1 Woodcutters Close Hornchurch RM11 2EZ

  P1372.22 Submitted 23 Aug 2022 50 yards away

  Single storey side extension, hip to gable loft conversion with dormers to front & rear

  Granted Full applications Extension Loft or dormer 8 docs
  Small domestic

• 1 Woodcutters Close Hornchurch RM11 2EZ

  P1778.22 Submitted 31 Oct 2022 50 yards away

  Single storey side extension

  Granted Full applications Extension 5 docs
  Small domestic

• 4 Woodcutters Close Hornchurch RM11 2EZ

  T0119.25 Submitted 21 Sep 2025 50 yards away

  Poplar tree 65 ft tall, We wish to remove the whole tree. The poplar in our garden at 4 Woodcutters Close, Hornchurch RM11 2EZ is located adjacent to the northwest corner of Haynes park which is a dog walkers area. The tree is 65 foot tall and is only less than 15 feet from the house. I have a 3 year old son who lives in the house and plays in the garden. It is less than 5 feet to the dog walkers path and the ledge on which young boys sit on the boundary to river in the Haynes park. The tree is covered in poison ivy and the tree surgeons have said that this has damaged the core of the tree and it is dying. The large tree sways significantly even in moderate winds and on several occasions large branches both from the top and lower areas have fallen. Some photos attached. The roots are visible close to the house. I have been advised by tree surgeons that the tree roots are causing movement of the ground making the lawn level uneven and constantly changing. This has led to paving stones close to the house coming up fully (video attached) and I have been advised there might be damage to the foundations of the house already. The fence panels are leaning out toward the park and the river. Recently a fence panel on the boundary to the park next to the tree came off going into the park and it had to be refixed with screws to retain in place preventing fall. The tree surgeons also noted that the tree is leaning toward the house and there is a risk of damage to the property and people in the house due to tree. There is a risk to public in the park and children do take that path regularly. The tree surgeons have advised that the tree has to be removed fully.

  Granted Trees 4 docs
  Small domestic

• 150 Northumberland Avenue Hornchurch RM11 2HR

  P1347.25 100 yards away

  99% historically approved

  Rear single storey extension and raised terrace.

  Awaiting decision Extension
  Small domestic

• 168 NORTHUMBERLAND AVENUE HORNCHURCH RM11 2HR

  P1333.23 Submitted 30 Aug 2023 100 yards away

  Hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer, roof lights to front and addition of gable window

  Granted Full applications Loft or dormer Windows or glazing 6 docs

• 146 NORTHUMBERLAND AVENUE HORNCHURCH RM11 2HR

  P1192.23 Submitted 31 Jul 2023 100 yards away

  Proposed ground floor roof alterations, facade alterations, floor plan redesign and all associated works

  Granted Full applications Roofing 7 docs

• T0114.26 Decided

  19 Balgores Lane Romford RM2 5JT

  T1 - Sycamore Tree, The tree contains major dead branches and limbs and there fore needs a pollard back down to live wood, 6.1 meters which would give the tree a chance to promote new healthy growth so that the tree can re generate. If this dead limbs are not taken out they run the risk of failing and braking off and causing damage to neighbouring properties out buildings.

  Received 24 Aug, published by the council 31 Aug 2026 Trees
• T0093.26 Granted

  4 Ayloffs Walk Hornchurch RM11 2RJ

  T1 Oak - Fell to ground level due to evident decline since last inspection approx 10 years ago and to prevent stem failure.

  Received 29 Jul, published by the council 3 Aug 2026 Trees
• T0094.26 Awaiting decision

  Lees Manor Court 51 Upminster Road Hornchurch RM11 3XN

  T1 - T6 = TO REDUCE 6 X LIME TREES TO OLD PRUNING POINTS (2.0/2.5MTRS) LIGHT ACCESS GENERAL MAINTENANCE

  Received 29 Jul, published by the council 3 Aug 2026 Trees
• T0111.26 Awaiting decision

  8 Dovetree Court North Hill Drive Romford RM3 7AG

  The tree needs to have some branches cut back, they are very close to the roof, windows and guttering and we do not want to cause any damage to the property. It is an oak tree

  Received 20 Aug, published by the council 31 Aug 2026 Trees
• T0096.26 Awaiting decision

  Millstone House 80 St Marys Lane Upminster RM14 2QH

  1 x Oak - Crown reduce tree back to previous pruning points. I would recommend we prune by up to 1.5m in height and width. 1 x Lime - Crown reduce tree back to previous pruning points. I would recommend we prune by up to 1.5m in height and width. All pruned to BS3998

  Received 4 Aug, published by the council 31 Aug 2026 Trees