8 Hazel Tree Court Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7SZ

1. 29 Apr 2026

   Received by Neath Port Talbot

2. 28 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 24 June 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Neath Port Talbot took a median of 55 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Neath Port Talbot for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Neath Port Talbot decided tree works applications in a median of 53 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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.

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

  P2026/0397 Submitted 17 Jun 2026 122m 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

• 15 Fernlea Park Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7SU

  P2025/0643 Submitted 8 Sep 2025 126m away

  Works to Sycamore tree (Ref. T274), proposing a crown reduction of approximately 3 metres to reduce the potential risks.

  Refused Trees

• 15 Dyffryn Woods Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7QA

  P2025/0755 Submitted 27 Oct 2025 138m 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 141m 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

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

  P2021/0645 Submitted 9 Jun 2021 148m 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

• 19 Dyffryn Woods Bryncoch Neath SA10 7QA

  P2021/0560 Submitted 20 May 2021 179m 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

• 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.

  13 Apr 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.

  14 Nov 2025 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.

  24 Dec 2025 Trees
• P2026/0070 Withdrawn

  38 Rowan Tree Close Bryncoch Neath Port Talbot SA10 7SQ

  Works to x1 Sessile Oak tree protected by Tree Preservation Order no. T272/T1: Crown lift overhanging branches on southeast side of crown by 2.5m, pruning work to increase ambient light, tree thinning to reduce sail and remove waste material.

  4 Feb 2026 Trees
• P2026/0056 Withdrawn

  17 Brynawel Pontardawe Neath Port Talbot SA8 4JP

  Works to x1 Copper Beech tree protected by Tree Preservation No. T229/T1: Fell the tree to near ground level.

  2 Feb 2026 Trees