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Mill Hill Lodge Mill Hill Road Barnes

Awaiting decision Richmond upon Thames PA26/2934 Works to Trees Under TPO

Works: Trees

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Proposal

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum): Crown reduce by 2-3m Finished height 12-13m, finished spread 9-10m. The specimen is a mature Horse Chestnut currently exceeding its appropriate managed dimensions relative to its position within the garden and proximity to adjacent structures and boundaries. Crown reduction of 2-3m is proposed to reduce end-weight loading on primary limbs, lower the centre of gravity, and mitigate the risk of limb failure during high wind events, a recognised vulnerability in mature Horse Chestnut due to the species' susceptibility to bleeding canker (Phytophthora) and structural weakening from Guignardia leaf blotch, both of which can compromise wood integrity over time. Crown thinning of 20% is recommended to improve light penetration and air circulation through the canopy, reducing humidity within the crown that can otherwise encourage fungal pathogens and prolong leaf-wetness periods associated with foliar disease. This also reduces sail effect and wind resistance, further lowering the risk of storm damage. Removal of dead, rubbing, and crossing branches is standard arboricultural best practice, eliminating points of future decay ingress and reducing the likelihood of included bark and structural failure at crossing points. All works are proportionate, do not exceed recommended maximums for a single routine reduction cycle, and are in accordance with BS3998:2010 (Tree Work – Recommendations). The proposed works will not adversely affect the long-term health, form, or amenity value of the tree, and the specimen will be retained as a positive contributor to visual amenity following completion.

As published by the council, reference PA26/2934

Application record

Reference
PA26/2934
Type
Works to Trees Under TPO
Status
Recommendation under review
Received
24 Aug 2026
Validated
24 Aug 2026
Ward
Mortlake & Barnes Common Ward [MRB]
Decision by
Delegated Decision
Postcode
SW13 0HS

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 24 Aug 2026

    Received by Richmond upon Thames

  2. 8 Sep 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

  3. Decision

    Awaiting decision

    Decision expected by 19 October 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

    Richmond upon Thames took a median of 45 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

Documents

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What happens while it is decided

This application is with Richmond upon Thames for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Richmond upon Thames decided tree works applications in a median of 33 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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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