Planning application
DC/19/113947
7 GARLIES ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2RU
Proposal
FRONT: ONE Cherry (T1) FELL. Reason: due to dieback in crown, the cherry has been declining for some time, low amenity value, proximity to pavement, health and safety issues. REAR (No.5): ONE Sycamore (T2)(G1 in TPO)* LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 6m to 4m at the E compass point to appropriate prune points. Reason: to improve light conditions to garden REAR (possibly in No.9): ONE Pear (T3) LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 6m to 4m at the W compass point to appropriate prune points. Reason: to improve light conditions to garden *T2/G1 in TPO - The London Borough of Lewisham (Garlies Road/Allenby Road/1-45 Perry Rise/Rear of Houston Road) Tree Preservation Order 1976 Informative: a voluntary replacement for the front cherry tree (T1) would be much appreciated for street character and amenity, such as with another cherry or similar small tree species: eg. Amelanchier, Clerodendron trichotomum, Cornus kousa, Magnolia, Prunus padus, Prunus autumnalis, apple, cherry plum.
As published by the council, reference DC/19/113947
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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20 Sep 2019
Received by Lewisham
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24 Oct 2019
Decision issued: Raise No Objection
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3 Aug 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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About trees applications
How this application type works
Tree applications cover work to protected trees: those under a tree preservation order need consent for pruning or felling, and trees in a conservation area need six weeks written notice before work starts. The council assesses the amenity value of the tree and can refuse consent, approve it with conditions, or in conservation areas make a preservation order in response.
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DC/26/144517 Awaiting decision
23 GARLIES ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2RU
The construction of a new side extension and fenestration changes to the rear ground floor at 23 Garlies Road SE23.
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DC/19/113937 Granted
13 GARLIES ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2RU
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DC/19/113630 Granted
11 GARLIES ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2RU
REAR: ONE FIG (T1) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 8m to 5m. REDUCE RADIUS by 3m from 6m to 3m. Reason: to reduce excessive shade and canopy load. FRONT: ONE PLUM (T2) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 7m to 5m. REDUCE RADIUS by approx.1m from approx.3m to approx.2m. Reason: to reduce shade and canopy load. Informative: Where a tree is on the boundary and is the joint responsibility of the applicant and the neighbour, or where consent is sought for trees on adjacent properties, any necessary agreements or permissions from the owner(s) need to be obtained before carrying out any tree work that may be permitted by the LPA. The cut off parts of the tree remain the owner's property and should be offered back.
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DC/26/143699 Granted
30 GARLIES ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2RT
REAR (west/RHB): ONE dead pollard Horse chestnut (T1, in G37 in TPO)(approx.ht.4-6m) FELL. REASON: The tree is dead and structurally unstable. It is currently being partially supported by garden furniture and poses an immediate risk to occupants of the house and surrounding property. Condition to replace applies. TPO: The London Borough of Lewisham (Garlies Road/Allenby Road/1-45 Perry Rise/rear of Houston Road) Tree Preservation Order 1976. Informative A: the landowner has a duty to plant a replacement TPO tree when there is an urgent necessity to remove the tree because it is dead or presents an immediate risk of serious harm, ref. para 79 and 80 of Tree Preservation Orders and trees in conservation areas, government guidance 6 March 2014. Informative B: the replacement tree in TPO G37 with an Indian Horse Chestnut, is important to maintain the TPO, for rear amenity, wildlife and urban forest canopy for shade to reduce increasingly high summer temperatures due to climate change. Informative C: please leave the stem lying safely in the garden and create habitat log piles with other arisings for wildlife habitat and biodiversity.
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DC/26/143854 Granted
2A GARLIES ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2RT
The construction of a single storey conservatory extension at 2A Garlies Road, SE23.
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DC/26/144043 Granted
27 ALLENBY ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2RQ
TWO Magnolia trees (T1 & T2) HEIGHT REDUCTION by 1m (from 7m to 6m) and lateral spread by 1m (from 6m to 5m). Reduction to shape canopy, pruning to suitable points and maintaining natural aesthetic. Work undertaken to bring back to form and improve light conditions for the owner and the neighbours. Arboricultural Note: The tree will tolerate the pruning as specified above.
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DC/26/144885 Awaiting decision
22 BELMONT HILL, LONDON, SE13 5BD
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DC/26/144839 Awaiting decision
LAND AT THE CORNER OF PERRY VALE AND, DACRES ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2XW
5 DAY NOTICE FOR FRONT: ONE Dead Maple tree TPO tree ( T1) Ht approx 9m FELL. REASON: Tree appears to have been dead for some time and is covered by dense ivy, which is also intertwined with the adjacent ash tree. REPLANTING PROPOSAL: I would like to suggest either a Tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) or Japanese Pagoda tree (Styphnolobium japonicum). However, I would be happy to agree an alternative species if the Tree Section would prefer something else. TPO LAND OPPOSITE THE FRONT GARDENS OF 88-96 PERRY VALE DC/17/103305
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DC/26/144510 Granted
HABERDASHERS ASKES, TEMPLE GROVE FREE SCHOOL, PEPYS ROAD, LONDON, SE14 5SF
REAR: ONE Cherry (T2)(ht.4m) FELL to 1m stump. Reason: supressed by adjacent tree, crown 80% dead. REAR: ONE Oak (T3)(ht.10m) LATERAL REDUCE by 2m from 8m to 6m. Reason: clearance from building. REAR: ONE dead Box Elder (T4)(ht.2.5m) FELL to 1m high stump. Reason: dead, ivy clad, duty to replace applies. REAR: ONE dead Maple (T6)(ht.3.4m) FELL. Reason: to allow new fence to be installed, duty to replace applies. REAR: ONE dead Elm (T14)(ht.7m) FELL to 1m high stump. Reason: dead, ivy clad, duty to replace applies. Tree works planned for 5/6 August 2026 during school holidays. Replacement tree planting under duty to replace, as agents email dated 13 July 2026 to be: 3x replacement trees, mixed species, selected from oak, elm, field maple, cherry, planted within the southern boundary woodland area where T4 & T6 are currently sited, the trees will be staked, tied, with bark mulch surround with frequent watering maintenance by facilities manager to ensure trees survive and thrive. Informative A: the landowner has a duty to plant another tree of an appropriate size and species when a tree is removed in a conservation area because it is dead or presents an immediate risk of serious harm. Ref. Tree Preservation Orders and trees in conservation areas guidance, para 121; Section 213 of Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended). Informative B: huge thanks for planting 3x replacement trees to maintain the treed southern boundary, for the treed setting of the pupils garden and thanks also for retaining the other trees for tree amenity, wildlife and shade to reduce increasingly high summer temperatures due to climate change. Informative C: please create habitat log piles with arisings for wildlife and biodiversity.
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DC/26/144810 Awaiting decision
41 THORPEWOOD AVENUE, LONDON, SE26 4BU
REAR: ONE Apple (T1)(ht.4m) FELL. Reason: Large over-extended stem cracked out and hanging, blocking residents access to rear garden, tree in state of advanced decay, unbalanced crown, remaining 2 large stems also likely to collapse. Duty to replace applies.
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DC/26/144733 Granted
GARDEN FLAT, 71 KITTO ROAD, LONDON, SE14 5TN
T1 - Acacia - crown reduce 9m in height. Reduce height by 1.5m from 9m to 7.5m. Reduce laterals by 1.5m from 5m to 3.5m on all compass points. A semi-mature Acacia situated on the boundary of the garden. The crown reduction will manage the tree's size in relation to the adjacent properties and boundary, reduce end-weight on the lateral limbs and maintain a balanced, proportionate crown while retaining the tree as an amenity feature. T2 - Elm - crown reduce 7m in height. Reduce height by 1m from 7m to 6m. Reduce laterals by 1m from 4m to 3m on all compass points. A semi-mature Elm on the boundary of the garden. The reduction will keep the tree in proportion to its position, reduce end-weight on the lateral growth and manage encroachment towards the neighbouring gardens, retaining the tree in good condition. T3 - Indian bean tree - crown reduce 7m in height. Reduce height by 1m from 7m to 6m. Reduce laterals by 1m from 4m to 3m on all compass points. A semi-mature Indian bean tree (Catalpa) on the boundary of the garden. The reduction will manage the tree's size and spread in relation to the surrounding gardens, reduce end-weight on the lateral growth and maintain a balanced, proportionate crown.