DC/26/144286

1. 10 Jun 2026

   Received by Lewisham

2. 22 Jun 2026

   Decision issued: Closed internally

3. 25 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

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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/25/142375 Refused

  SECOND FLOOR AND THIRD FLOOR FLAT, 247 LEWISHAM WAY, LONDON, SE4 1XF

  Retrospective application for the replacement of existing single-glazed timber casement with double glazed uPVC windows to the front and rear elevations at Second and Third Floor Flat, 247 Lewisham Way, SE4.

  8 Dec 2025 0m away Full applications
• DC/19/114162 Granted

  259C LEWISHAM WAY, LONDON, SE4 1XF

  Proposed installation of replacement sashes to the front elevation, retaining the existing box frames at 259c Lewisham Way, SE4.

  4 Oct 2019 0m away Full applications
• DC/26/144391 Granted

  253 LEWISHAM WAY, LONDON, SE4 1XF

  REAR: ONE: Lombardy Poplar (T1)(ht.20m) FELL. REASON: health & safety, previously crown reduced, around 5yrs regrowth currently, large internal hollow stem cavity identified by tomograph and resistograph investigations report by Enviroscope April 2026 which recommends fell within 3 months and replant with suitable large-growing replacement tree, to section fell with the use of rigging\lowering equipment and free fall techniques to reduce the potential for ground disturbance and damage. Informative A: replacement tree planting is encouraged as recommended in Enviroscope report. Suggest species such as Japanese Pagoda Tree, Kentucky Coffee Tree, Golden Rain Tree (Koelreuteria paniculata), field maple, bird cherry, common pear, wild service tree, Italian alder, Zelkova carpinifolia for amenity, wildlife, flood mitigation and to reduce increasingly high summer temperatures due to climate change; to retain safe standing stem. Informative B: please leave safe standing stem or high stump and create habitat log piles with arisings for wildlife and biodiversity. Informative C: The Bat Conservation Trust advises checking thoroughly for roosting bats before and during tree works with soft fell process followed to proceed with care and leave cut timber grounded over night to allow any bats to make their way out, tree works ideally during Sept/Oct to avoid maternity and hibernation seasons when bats are most vulnerable to disturbance.

  18 Jun 2026 0m away Trees
• DC/25/142367 Refused

  FIRST FLOOR FLAT, 247 LEWISHAM WAY, LONDON, SE4 1XF

  Retrospective application for the replacement of existing single-glazed timber casement with double glazed uPVC windows to the front elevation at First Floor Flat, 247 Lewisham Way, SE4.

  8 Dec 2025 0m away Full applications
• DC/26/143752 Granted

  ASHMEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL, ASHMEAD ROAD, LONDON, SE8 4DX

  REAR: ONE Oak (T1)(ht.14m) FELL and replace with another oak. REASON: health & safety, large branch recently fell into nursery play area from an offsite tree, resulting in a near miss, issue unresolved with neighbour so nursery play area closed and relocated to alternative play area in school. To make new play area permanent, essential onsite tree (T1) is removed to facilitate the expansion of a safe and accessible nursery play area. The tree's root system has caused significant surface disruption and persistent trip hazards which directly compromises child safety and prevents the ground from being properly levelled. By removing the tree, the nursery can use the area without worry of compromising safety standards. Please see attached letter from the school. REPLACEMENT: another oak will be planted as a replacement in the forest area in the middle play area near the adjacent property The Stone House, 281 Lewisham Way. Informative A: huge thank you for planting a replacement oak tree for amenity, wildlife, and shade to reduce increasingly high summer temperatures due to climate change. Informative B: please create habitat log piles with same arisings for wildlife and biodiversity.

  21 Apr 2026 85m away Trees
• DC/26/144521 Granted

  40 ASHMEAD ROAD, LONDON, SE8 4DX

  ONE Holly (T1) Ht: 9m - CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 4m to leave a 5m tree and clip round the outside foliage to tidy.

  25 Jun 2026 85m away Trees

• DC/26/144885 Awaiting decision

  22 BELMONT HILL, LONDON, SE13 5BD

  REAR: ONE Lime (T1)(approx.ht.18m) POLLARD to ht.12m. Reason: health & safety, extensive decay cavity in main leader. REAR: ONE Lime (T2)(approx.ht.18m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by approx.5-6m to ht.12-13m, LATERAL REDUCE by up to 5m, maintaining natural shape where possible. Reason: extensive decay at branch fork. The very urgent works are planned for 3 August 2026. Stems of T1 & T2 originate from same rootball, on raised ground boundary adjacent to no.3 Purelake Mews to the rear (off Marischal Road), decay issues hidden by extensive ivy growth, and discovered when crown lift undertaken re 6-wk notice DC/26/144402.

  29 Jul 2026 Trees
• 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

  27 Jul 2026 Trees
• 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.

  23 Jun 2026 Trees
• 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.

  23 Jul 2026 Trees
• 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.

  14 Jul 2026 Trees