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Royal Hospital, Kew Foot Road, Richmond, TW9 2TE

Granted Richmond upon Thames PA25/4370 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. Ash Leaf Maple Observations Fungal Activity: Presence of bracket fungus at the base, likely Perenniporia fraxinea, indicating decay in the root/buttress area. Structural Condition: Significant deadwood is present in the upper crown. Previous wind/decay damage with loss of a large limb in the upper crown. Vitality: Poor; signs of decline and reduced vigour. Defects & Risk Factors Root/Butt Decay: High likelihood of compromised structural integrity due to fungal decay. Dead Branches: Increased risk of branch failure. History of Failure: Previous limb loss suggests ongoing structural weakness. I suggest the following work to mitigate structural failure: Fell in section to ground level and treat stump with eco-plugs to help prevent shoot regeneration. Wait 6 weeks before stump grinding: This delay allows the treatment to fully take effect, ensuring the stump is non-viable before grinding. The tree's current height is 16m, and its crown spread is 7m After the proposed works, the tree's height is 0.0m, and the crown spread is 0.0m. T2. Robinia 'Frisia' See Map/South Corner of Main Building: Reduce back selected branches to provide 2 metres clearance from the main elevation and roof. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adversities. The tree's current height is 18m, and its crown spread is 9m After the proposed works, the tree's height is 18m, and the crown spread is 7m. (Not Radial). T3. Mulberry Tree See Map/Rear Garden of Rehabilitation Centre: There has been a historical Concern regarding the structural stability of the main fork. The strap indicates that someone tried to address a perceived weakness in the fork, possibly after noticing a crack in the fork. If the strap is still in place, it may mean the issue persists or was never properly resolved. Over time, straps can cause girdling or restrict growth. Recommend Work: Remove and replace the strap with a proper Cobra support system. Selectively reduce height and spread by 1.5m, pruning out the longer sections of the stems, leaving long and natural secondary branches to create a natural appearance. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adversities. The tree's current height is 9m, and its crown spread is 8m After the proposed works, the tree's height is 7.5m, and the crown spread is 6.5m. T12 Hornbeam See Map/South Corner of Main Building: Reduce back selected branches to provide 2 metres clearance from the main elevation and roof. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adversities. The tree's current height is 11m, and its crown spread is 7m After the proposed works, the tree's height is 11m, and the crown spread is 5m. (Not Radial).

As published by the council, reference PA25/4370

Application record

Reference
PA25/4370
Type
Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area
Status
Decided
Decision
Granted As published: Raise No objection
Received
8 Dec 2025
Validated
8 Dec 2025
Decided
28 Jan 2026
Ward
North Richmond Ward [NRR]
Decision by
Delegated Decision
Postcode
TW9 2TE

Site history

Applications at this address on the Richmond upon Thames register

This site has had 9 applications since 2019: 9 approved, 0 refused.

  • 18/3950/DD40 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details in pursuant of condition NS24 Noise Protection - Health (D1) of planning permission 18/3950/FUL

    Decided 10 Jan 2025 Reserved matters
  • 18/3950/DD39 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details in pursuant of condition NS25 (c) - Mechanical Services Noise Control (c) of planning permission 18/3950/FUL

    Decided 25 Oct 2024 Reserved matters
  • 18/3950/DD38 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details pursuant to condition NS22 Noise Protection Residential (1) (Part b) of planning permission 18/3950/FUL.

    Decided 7 Oct 2024 Reserved matters
  • 18/3950/DD37 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details pursuant to condtion DV29F Potentially Contaminated Sites [Parts 2a and b(i)(ii)(iii)] of planning permission 18/3950/FUL.

    Decided 7 Oct 2024 Reserved matters
  • 18/3950/DD36 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details in pursuant of condition DV18A - (Refuse arrangements) of planning permission 18/3950/FUL

    Decided 14 Nov 2024 Reserved matters
  • 18/3950/DD33 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details pursuant to condition U0065624 NS33: External Illumination of planning permission 18/3950/FUL.

    Decided 16 Oct 2024 Reserved matters
  • 18/3950/DD13 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details pursuant to condition NS30 - Tree Planting Scheme of planning permission 18/3950/FUL.

    Decided 10 Dec 2019 Reserved matters
  • 18/3950/DD12 Granted

    Royal Hospital Kew Foot Road Richmond TW9 2TE

    Details pursuant to condition - NS29 - Arboricultural Method Statement of 18/3950/FUL

    Decided 10 Dec 2019 Reserved matters

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 8 Dec 2025

    Received by Richmond upon Thames

  2. 28 Jan 2026

    Decision issued: Raise No objection

  3. 13 Aug 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

Documents

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What this grant of permission means

Richmond upon Thames granted permission on 28 January 2026, 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.

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