15 Fernlea Park Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7SU

1. 8 Sep 2025

   Received by Neath Port Talbot

2. 26 Sep 2025

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 19 Nov 2025

   Decision issued: Refused

4. 28 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Neath Port Talbot refused this application for the reasons on the decision notice; only the applicant can appeal, and refused schemes often return in revised form. 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.

• 9 Princess Drive Waunceirch Neath Neath Port Talbot SA10 7PZ

  P2021/0645 Submitted 9 Jun 2021 50 yards away

  Works to 2x Sycamore Trees (identified as T7 & T8) covered by individual Tree Preservation Orders T274/T7 & T274/T8: -Reduce crown by 3m, and crown lift any overhanging branches over the lane to the rear of 9 Princess Drive.

  Withdrawn Trees 3 docs

• 15 Dyffryn Woods Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7QA

  P2025/0755 Submitted 27 Oct 2025 100 yards away

  Works to 1x Oak Tree to rear of property (identified as T1 (O)) protected by Tree Preservation Order T280/W1: Proposed Pruning Works. Maintenance works on a mature oak tree located at rear garden. The proposed works aim to maintain the tree's health, manage its size, and mitigate encroachment into the adjacent garden area, in accordance with BS 3998:2010 standards. Crown Reduction: Reduce the overall crown by up to [specify, e.g., 1-1.5 meters] on lateral branches to contain the canopy spread and reduce overhang. All cuts will be made to suitable growth points to maintain the tree's natural form and minimise stress. Crown Thinning: Selectively thin the crown by removing up to [specify, e.g., 15-20%] of secondary branches (up to 100mm diameter) to reduce canopy density, improve light penetration, and enhance air circulation, while preserving the tree's structure and aesthetic. Pruning of Epicormic Regrowth (including dense ivy growth): Remove epicormic shoots and regrowth from previous pruning points, particularly on branches overhanging the garden, cutting back to appropriate lateral branches or previous reduction points to control encroachment and maintain a tidy appearance. The works will be carried out by a qualified arborist during the dormant season (November to February) to minimise impact on the tree and local wildlife. These measures will ensure the tree's long-term health and safety.

  Withdrawn Trees

• 15 Dyffryn Woods Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7QA

  P2026/0039 Submitted 23 Jan 2026 150 yards away

  Works to 1x Oak (identified as T1 (O)) protected by Tree Preservation Order T280/W1: Proposed pruning works on a mature oak tree located at rear garden. Selective removal of minor twigs (<25 mm diameter) directly overhanging the fence line only, undertaken in accordance with BS 3998:2010 and outside the main bird-nesting season.

  Granted Trees
  Small domestic

• 8 Hazel Tree Court Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7SZ

  P2026/0273 Submitted 29 Apr 2026 150 yards away

  Works to 1x Sycamore Tree (identified as T17) protected by Tree Preservation Order T282/T17: -Undertake a uniform crown reduction to suitable secondary points of no more than 1.5m (amended description of works).

  Granted Trees

• 19 Dyffryn Woods Bryncoch Neath SA10 7QA

  P2021/0560 Submitted 20 May 2021 200 yards away

  Works to 1x Sycamore Tree (identified as T1) covered by Tree Preservation Order T280/W1: -up to 3m reduction of the crown, with removal of attached ivy, overhanging and dead branches.

  Withdrawn Trees 6 docs

• Land Between 2 And 4 Derwen Deg Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7FP

  P2026/0397 Submitted 17 Jun 2026 250 yards away

  Lift crown to 5.5.m over caridgeway and 3m over footway of 3 No sessile oak trees (T1, T2 & T8) protected by Tree Preservation Order T283

  Granted Trees

• P2026/0538 Awaiting decision

  3 Ffawydden Cwmavon Neath Port Talbot SA12 9BJ

  Works to trees protected by Tree Preservation Order (T169): G1 (Goat Willow) Reduction of stems in height to 3m and removal of over extended branches, T1 (Oak) Tip reduction of approximately 2m and crown lift of lowest 3 branches

  Received 15 Aug, published by the council 25 Aug 2026 Trees
• P2026/0536 Awaiting decision

  24 Llys Castell Coed Hirwaun Neath Port Talbot SA13 2UX

  Works to trees protected by tree preservation order (T314): 0369 (Sycamore) Reduce the tree's height and the circumference of the crown on its north and west circumference by a maximum of 2.5 metres, 0370 (Goat Willow) Fell the tree to near ground level, 0371 (Silver Birch) fell the tree and the adjacent sapling, G1 (Silver Birch / Goat Willow) fell four whip type Silver Birch and two Goat Willow

  Received 14 Aug, published by the council 20 Aug 2026 Trees
• P2026/0234 Refused

  Oak Tree Farm Lane From Station Road To Gorsto Farm Lower Brynamman Neath Port Talbot SA18 1SN

  Work to x8 trees protected under Tree Preservation Order no. T126: T435 - Oak- reduce height of crown by 4m and reduce laterals on south side by 2m. T436 - Oak- reduce height of crown by 2m. T437 - Oak- reduce height of crown by 4m and laterals on east side by 3m. T438 - Oak- reduce height of crown by 3m and laterals on north side of crown by 2m. T440 - Oak- fell to ground level. T441 - Oak- fell to ground level. T442 - Oak- fell to ground level. T443 - Oak- reduce height of crown by 3m and laterals on east side by 2m.

  Received 13 Apr, published by the council 28 Jul 2026 Trees
• P2025/0798 Withdrawn

  109 March Hywel Cilfrew Neath Port Talbot SA10 8ND

  Felling of 32 mature conifer trees located to the rear of 107 and 109 March Hywel protected by Tree Preservation Order T266/W1.

  Received 14 Nov, published by the council 28 Jul 2026 Trees
• P2025/0909 Granted

  Land At 93 Gwyn Street Alltwen Pontardawe Neath Port Talbot SA8 3AN

  Works to trees covered by Tree Preservation Order (Area) T208. Proposed works include: T1: Beech: minor crown reduction of no more than 2.0 metres, pruning cuts not exceeding 50mm in diameter. T3: Beech: minor crown reduction of no more than 2.0 metres, pruning cuts not exceeding 50mm in diameter. T4: Beech: minor crown reduction of no more than 2.0 metres, pruning cuts not exceeding 50mm in diameter. T5: Beech: reduction of lateral branches that overhang the application property, by no more than 2.0 metres, pruning cuts not exceeding 50mm in diameter T11: Norway Spruce: fell dead tree T15: Beach: minor crown reduction of no more than 2.0 metres, reduction of lateral branches by no more than 1.0 metres on north side and no more than 2.0 metres on south side, pruning cuts not exceeding 50mm in diameter. T17: Oak: reduction of lateral branches by no more than 1.5 metres where they overhang or affect the neighbouring property and garage, pruning cuts not exceeding 50mm in diameter.

  Received 24 Dec, published by the council 28 Jul 2026 Trees