Planning application
38 Hawksworth Lane Guiseley Leeds LS20 8HE
Works: Trees
Permission granted. Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses.
Proposal
T1- Silver Birch - Reduce overall height by approximately 15ft (from 45ft to 30ft) and prune lateral to achieve a balanced and natural crown form - To reduce height, minimising the risk of branch failure. The works will improve light penetration to the surrounding area and ensure the tree remains in scale with its setting, while retaining its amenity value and natural form. T2 - Apple Tree - Reduce overall height by approximately 1.5 metres (from 4.5m to 3m) - Prune lateral branches to improve crown structure and shape - To maintain the tree in a healthy and manageable condition, reduce limb weight, and encourage productive fruiting. Works will improve structural integrity and extend the tree?s lifespan while preserving its contribution to the conservation area. G1 - Hedgerow - Reduce height to match adjacent hedgerow on the right-hand side boundary - To maintain a consistent boundary height and improve the visual amenity of the site in keeping with the character of the conservation area. G2 - Hedgerow - Trim and tidy to maintain shape and density - Routine maintenance to promote healthy growth and ensure a neat, well-maintained appearance. G3 - Hedgerow - Trim and tidy to maintain shape and density - Routine maintenance to support plant health and preserve the visual quality of the boundary.
As published by the council, reference 26/02178/TR
Application record
- Reference
- 26/02178/TR
- Type
- Tree Works
- Status
- Decided
- Decision
- Granted As published: No Objection
- Received
- 16 Apr 2026
- Validated
- 16 Apr 2026
- Decided
- 1 May 2026
- Ward
- Guiseley & Rawdon
- Decision by
- Delegated Decision
- Postcode
- LS20 8HE
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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16 Apr 2026
Received by Leeds
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1 May 2026
Decision issued: No Objection
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20 Jul 2026
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G P Gill Ltd Agent, registered in Shipley
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5 documents on file for this application
- TREE WORKS OFFICER REPORT
- NO OBJECTION TO TREE WORKS
- APPLICATION FORM - WITHOUT PERSONAL DATA
- SKETCH PLAN
- ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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Open the documentsWhat this grant of permission means
Leeds granted permission on 1 May 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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