Planning application
DM/2026/00493
3 Mounton House Cottages Bayfield Road Mounton Monmouthshire NP16 6LD
Proposal
Removal of a Eucalyptus species. This tree is now of a large size and has become unmanageable in a small garden. The tree is next to a grade 2 listed wall.
As published by the council, reference DM/2026/00493
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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16 Apr 2026
Received by Monmouthshire
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11 May 2026
Validated
Checked as complete and ready for consideration.
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11 May 2026
Decision issued: Approve
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28 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
What a grant of permission means
The process from here
Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.
Work must normally begin within five years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.
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.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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DM/2025/01049 Awaiting decision
Mounton House Unit 5-6 Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6DF
The proposed works comprise the re-reroofing of the outbuildings south west of the main driveway (units 5-10), the partial demolition and internal alteration to units 9 & 10, and alterations to the garden, including a natural swimming pool. Works to Unit 10: The proposed works to Unit 10 returns the original cart shed back into a standalone outbuilding with an ancillary use as an orangerie to Mounton House, the principal dwelling. The works comprise demolition of the recent infill extension between residential buildings Unit 9 and Unit 10, returning the building back to the original footprint and use as an outbuilding. Works to Unit 9: The proposed works to Unit 9 comprise removing the separating floor & stair from the building resulting in a more spacious 2 bedroom unit. The unsightly dormer windows will be removed from both Unit 9 & 10 creating a more attractive & authentic roof scape. Reroofing outbuildings: Replacing the failing artifical Bradstone roof tiles with natural welsh slate from the Cwt-y-bugail quarry selected for its blue-grey tones to compliment the existing buildings. The slates will be installed in random widths with diminishing courses to enhance the quality and appearance of the courtyards. This upgrading of the roofs is considered to be a significant improvement to the character of the outbuildings. Garden Restoration The proposal is the next phase of a site wide garden design by Arne Maynard Garden Design to restore the Parterre Garden and Rose Garden in a scheme befitting of Henry Avery Tipping?s original vision. The proposed landscaping includes a natural swimming pool as a focal point of the garden.
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DM/2025/01048 Granted
Mounton House Unit 5-6 Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6DF
Re-reroofing of the outbuildings (units 5-10), the partial demolition and internal alteration to units 9 & 10, and alterations to the garden, including a natural swimming pool. Works to Unit 10: Returns the cart shed back into a standalone outbuilding with an ancillary use as an orangerie. to Mounton House, the principal dwelling, demolition of the recent infill extension between residential buildings Unit 9 and Unit 10. Works to Unit 9: Removing the separating floor & stair dormer windows will be removed from both Unit 9 & 10 Reroofing outbuildings: Garden Restoration
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DM/2026/00526 Granted
Mounton Hous Mounton Road Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6DF
Condition 03 Roof Materials The roof will be finished in Blue Grey Cwt-y-Bugail Celtic Grade 9mm Welsh Slate, laid in a random width, diminishing coursed pattern. Installation will be undertaken in accordance with Welsh Slate guidance for random diminishing course slating, ensuring the following: * Random widths and diminishing courses will be used, with slates positioned to achieve a consistent visual reduction across each roof slope. * Vertical joints will be staggered; no central alignment is required due to the use of random widths. * Slates will be graded by length, width, and thickness to ensure consistent coursing and visual finish. * Slates will be fixed using a traditional nail-hung fixing method. Condition 04 Rainwater Goods The proposed rainwater goods comprise Guttercrest Moulded Ogee 150 x 100 gutters and 100 x 100 Georgian square downpipes, finished in Heritage Black to match the wider estate. The system has been selected to provide a durable, traditional appearance appropriate to the listed building, to provide visual consistency with the surrounding structures. Condition 05 Timber Cladding The proposed timber cladding will be finished in Remmers Black (RAL 9004) to match the existing panelling on the estate Boards will be nominal 70mm wide, arranged in a gridded panel layout to match the existing with equal spacing and alignment to ensure a high-quality finish appropriate to the character of the building (See Drawing 2415 PC01). Fixings will comprise pairs of lost head (lost pin) nails in Grade 316 stainless steel, fixed at both ends of each timber board (to match existing). All fixings will be carefully set out to ensure uniform alignment and a discreet appearance, preserving the visual integrity of the cladding. Condition 06 ? Cart Shed Sliding Doors The proposed sliding doors will be Minima Sliding system finished in Jet Black Matt (RAL 9005). The system is specified with a 20mm minimal frame detail, designed to emphasise the original oa
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DM/2026/00684 Awaiting decision
Mounton House Special School Bayfield Road Mounton Monmouthshire NP16 6LA
Change of use and repurposing of former school site to a sui generis estate management facility including demolition of existing school buildings, retention and refurbishment of the former sports hall for operational storage, and erection of new welfare, office, storage and service yard buildings. Associated works include contractors yard, landscaping, biodiversity enhancements, sustainable drainage, permeable surfacing, parking and renewable energy installations
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DM/2025/01262 Granted
Mounton House Mounton Road Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6DF
Various trees to be worked on as outlined in the Tree Condition Report Specialists Ltd.
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DM/2025/01557 Granted
Brynderwyn Pwllmeyric Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6LA
Changes include: 1 - Additional information on elevations regarding the joinery. 2 - Repositioning of the West Orangery, so that it sits closer to the rear elevation of the house. 3 - Increase in orangery heights by approx. 450mm to accommodate revised roof construction. 4 - Improved window arrangement including sizing and proportions. 5 - A slight increase in the size of the roof lanterns.
Other trees applications
In Monmouthshire
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DM/2026/00845 Granted
Elmdale Monmouth Road Raglan Monmouthshire NP15 2HQ
The proposed works entail the removal of growth which has grown in the direction of the house. The branches are now within touching distance of the wall and roof of the house. There are also 'suckers' which have grown from the base of the tree which are directly overhanging the fence. A arborist has been contacted and has provided a proposed plan of pruning the tree which will minmise the impact on the tree, whilst removing the branches growing at the house. Pictures have been provided of the branches and the proximity of the house, as well as the tree surgeon's proposed work. The tree is a mature horse chesnut tree which is growing in the garden of the neighbouring property, Elmdale, Monmouth Road, Raglan.
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DM/2026/00875 Granted
St Annes Nursing Home Welsh Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5LX
Beech tree located at front of St Annes Nursing home, overhanging highway. Beech tree to be felled.
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DM/2026/00823 Granted
The Chapel 2 Chapel Orchard Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 7BQ
Oak Tree - To reduce the crown area by up to 2-3m.
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DM/2026/00826 Granted
Tydfil House 46 Merthyr Road Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 5BY
Fell and remove silver Birch tree.
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DM/2026/00807 Granted
5 Barton Bridge Rise Raglan Monmouthshire NP15 2JU
Proposed works to A & B (Leylandi) Height reduction and lateral trim to a linear group of Leylandi, currently partially functioning as an overgrown boundary line of trees. Reduce overall height from approximately 6 metres down to a managed hedge height of 2 metres. Proposed work to C (2x Apple trees) Complete a targeted crown clearance of 2x Apple trees to manually extract heavy infestations of ivy and brambles currently colonising the inner stem and canopies. To facilitate the safe disentanglement and removal of invasive climbers, minor lateral branches will be selectively pruned back to safe growth points. Proposed works to D & E (2x Pine trees) Crown reduction and thinning of 2x pine trees by 25% (currently between 6/7 meters tall). Lateral branch reduction by the garage and driveway by a maximum of 1.5 meters, pruning back to suitable growth points.?