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2, Bell Lane, Monks Kirby, Rugby, CV23 0QY

Granted Rugby R26/0533 Trees in conservation area

Works: Trees

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

Proposal

This application relates to two ash trees located within the hedgerow at 2 Bell Lane, Monks Kirby. The accompanying site plan identifies the trees as Ash 1 and Ash 2. Both trees have been inspected and are exhibiting symptoms consistent with Ash Dieback disease. Ash 1 has a number of compromised and declining limbs throughout the canopy. Approximately half of the canopy overhangs Main Street, which is a principal route through the village, including a bus route and access road to the local school. Due to the extent of the dieback, the presence of structurally weakened limbs, and the potential risk to highway users and pedestrians, permission is sought to fell Ash 1 on safety grounds. As part of the proposed works, gaps within the hedgerow will be replanted using species already present within the existing hedge, together with the planting of at least three native and/or fruit-bearing tree species to enhance local biodiversity and maintain the character of the conservation area. Ash 2 is also affected by Ash Dieback, with several limbs within the upper crown and central canopy showing signs of decline. In addition, significant ivy growth is present on the trunk, which is contributing to the trees deterioration and restricting inspection of the stem. Permission is therefore sought to: - Cut back the ivy growth on Ash 2 to approximately 5 feet above ground level and allow the remaining ivy to naturally die back; - Reduce the canopy by approximately 10 feet; and - Remove any dead, dying, or diseased limbs affected by Ash Dieback. The proposed works are intended to manage the trees responsibly, reduce risk to the public, and retain where possible the visual amenity and character of the site within the conservation area.

As published by the council, reference R26/0533

Application record

Reference
R26/0533
Type
Trees in conservation area
Status
Decision Made
Decision
Granted As published: Approval
Received
27 May 2026
Validated
27 May 2026
Decided
8 Jul 2026
Decision by
Delegated
Postcode
CV23 0QY

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 27 May 2026

    Received by Rugby

  2. 8 Jul 2026

    Decision issued: Approval

  3. 23 Jul 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

  4. 8 Sep 2026

    Status changed to Decision Made

Documents

Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report

3 documents on file for this application

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What this grant of permission means

Rugby granted permission on 8 July 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.

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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