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27, Larkfield Road, Richmond

Granted Richmond upon Thames PA25/3542 Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area

Works: Trees

Permission granted. Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses.

Proposal

T1 Sycamore: Fell Justification for Removal: The Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) is a self-seeded specimen that has established in close proximity to neighbouring buildings and garden boundaries. Its current position is unsuitable for long-term retention due to restricted rooting space and proximity to built structures. Although not yet mature, sycamores are fast-growing, large-canopied trees which, if allowed to develop fully, will inevitably cause conflict with adjacent properties through excessive shading, overhang, and debris fall. The tree already casts significant shade over the adjoining rear gardens, adversely affecting light levels and the amenity of neighbouring occupiers. Given its position and species characteristics, it will rapidly become a source of nuisance as it matures, with increasing potential for root encroachment, branch interference, and seasonal littering. Due to its limited visibility from the public realm, the tree contributes minimally to public amenity value. On arboricultural and practical grounds, removal and, if required, replacement with a smaller, more suitable species in a sustainable location is considered appropriate management.

As published by the council, reference PA25/3542

Application record

Reference
PA25/3542
Type
Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area
Status
Decided
Decision
Granted As published: Raise No objection
Received
6 Oct 2025
Validated
6 Oct 2025
Decided
6 Nov 2025
Ward
North Richmond Ward [NRR]
Decision by
Delegated Decision

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 6 Oct 2025

    Received by Richmond upon Thames

  2. 6 Nov 2025

    Decision issued: Raise No objection

  3. 13 Aug 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

Documents

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4 documents on file for this application

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What this grant of permission means

Richmond upon Thames granted permission on 6 November 2025, subject to any conditions on the decision notice. Work must normally begin within three years or the permission lapses. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

About tree works applications

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.

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