Planning application
Northgate Lodge Castle Street Northgate Totnes TQ9 5NX
Works: Trees
Permission granted. Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses.
Proposal
T1- 1 X Magnolia Reduce the height of the tree by approximately x2.0 metres leaving a final tree height of approximately 5.0 metres. Reduce radial canopy spreads by x2.0 m leaving a final radial crown spread of approximately x5.0 metres at all compass points while retaining the main framework & shape of the crown & therefore a high proportion of the foliage bearing structure. All pruning cuts to be made at suitable growth points. Pruning wounds shall not exceed x40 mm in diameter. The proposed crown reduction work is intended to maintain the health & structural stability of the tree. The works have previously been undertaken as part of a cyclical pruning regime. We aim to promote healthy regrowth to ensure the future health & vitality of the tree. The proposed crown reduction will be carried out with sensitivity to the trees natural shape & its contribution to the character of the conservation area. The works will enhance the trees appearance by removing irregular or disproportionate branch growth, thus maintaining its visual harmony within the landscape. All work will be carried out in accordance with BS3998 ensuring that the crown reduction is undertaken professionally, with appropriate minimal pruning cuts to minimise any risk of infection or decay.
As published by the council, reference 3818/24/TCA
Application record
- Reference
- 3818/24/TCA
- Type
- Works to a Tree in a Conservation Area
- Status
- Approved
- Decision
- Granted As published: Tree Works No Objection Raised
- Received
- 2 Dec 2024
- Validated
- 2 Dec 2024
- Decided
- 9 Jan 2025
- Ward
- Totnes
- Parish
- Totnes
- Postcode
- TQ9 5NX
Site history
Applications at this address on the South Hams register
This site has had 2 applications since 2024: 2 approved, 0 refused.
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3238/25/LBC Granted
Northgate Lodge Castle Street Northgate Totnes TQ9 5NX
Listed building consent for repairs to veranda trellis & roof canopy
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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2 Dec 2024
Received by South Hams
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9 Jan 2025
Decision issued: Tree Works No Objection Raised
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23 Sep 2026
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Documents
Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report
6 documents on file for this application
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South Hams granted permission on 9 January 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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