1 Springfield Lodge 1 Grove Hill Road London Southwark SE5 8DF

This site has had 2 applications since 2021: 1 approved, 0 refused.

• 21/AP/2598 Granted

  1 Springfield Lodge 1 Grove Hill Road London Southwark SE5 8DF

  T1 - 1 x Horse Chestnut - Cut back from building by 2m. Sever ivy at base. T2 - 1 x Sycamore - Cut back from building by 2-3m, crown lift low branches by 3-4 m, sever ivy. T3 - 1 x Sycamore - Cut back from building by 2m. Sever ivy on all trees in row.

  Decided 22 Sep 2021 Trees

1. 6 Jan 2026

   Received by Southwark

2. 10 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 3 March 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Southwark took a median of 52 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Southwark for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Southwark decided tree works applications in a median of 35 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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.

• Springfield Lodge 1 Grove Hill Road London Southwark SE5 8DF

  25/AP/3607 Submitted 10 Dec 2025 50 yards away

  99% historically approved · decision due ~4 Feb

  G1 Sycamore & Cherry (1015m): CRL to 4m; SP for 2.5m building/communal clearance. Reason: Maintain clearance & safe access. T1 ? Horse Chestnut (18m): SCR for 3m building clearance; 2m overhang reduction; DW & epicormic removal. Reason: Prevent encroachment & remove hazards. T2 ? Common Lime (19m): Cut back for 3m building/ground clearance; DW removal. Reason: Maintain safe clearance & reduce risk. T3 ? Sycamore (18m): CRL to 4m; DW removal. Reason: Improve clearance & safety. T4 ? Privet (5.5m): 0.5m CR. Reason: Routine size/form management. T5 ? Silver Birch (13m): CRL to 4m; DW & hanger removal. Reason: Maintain access & reduce risk. T6 ? Sycamore (6m): 2m reduction on property side. Reason: Prevent branch/structure contact. T8 ? Horse Chestnut (18m): 2?3m CR; DW removal; ivy severance to 2m (1.5m gap); CRL to 6m. Reason: Manage size, improve condition & reduce hazards. T11 ? Elder (4m): Fell & stump grind. Reason: Declining condition & low long-term value. T14 ? Sycamore (18m): 2?3m height reduction; 3?4m lateral reduction; DW removal; CRL to 4m. Reason: Manage size & maintain safe clearance. T15 ? Sycamore (18m): 2m height/lateral reduction; DW removal; CRL to 4m. Reason: Control size & reduce risk. T16 ? Norway Maple (18m): CRL to 6m; DW removal. Reason: Improve clearance & safety. T17 ? Norway Maple (18m): CRL to 6m; DW removal. Reason: Improve clearance & safety. T18 ? Norway Maple (6m): Fell & stump grind. Reason: Suppressed & poor future potential. T20 ? Norway Maple (17m): CRL to 4m; DW removal. Reason: Maintain safe access & reduce risk. T21 ? Sycamore (17m): CRL to 4m; DW removal. Reason: Maintain safe access & reduce risk. T23 ? Lime (18m): 2m CR to PP; DW removal; ivy severance to 2m (1.5m gap); CRL to 6m; remove epicormic. Reason: Maintain management regime & improve condition. T24 ? Sycamore (18m): CRL to 6m; DW removal. Reason: Improve clearance & safety. T29 ? Silver Lime (5m): 2.5m CRL; 0.5m prune. Reason: Routine shaping & c

  Awaiting decision Trees 4 docs

• Springfield Lodge 1 Grove Hill Road London Southwark SE5 8DF

  26/AP/2472 Submitted 18 Aug 2026 50 yards away

  90% historically approved · decision due ~14 Oct

  Demolition of the existing supported living accommodation in association with hostel use at Springfield Lodge (8 units) (Sui Generis Use) and construction of new supported living accommodation in association with hostel use at Springfield Lodge (9 units plus office and music studio) (Sui Generis Use).

  Awaiting decision Full applications Demolition 38 docs
  Several homes

• Springfield Lodge 1 Grove Hill Road London Southwark SE5 8DF

  25/AP/3491 Submitted 1 Dec 2025 50 yards away

  Tree no's G1,T1,T2,T3 T4,T5,T6,T8,T11,T4, T15,T16 ,T17, T18 T20, T21 T23 T24 T29 T30 and T31

  Granted Trees 6 docs

• 214 Camberwell Grove London Southwark SE5 8RJ

  22/AP/0359 Submitted 8 Feb 2022 50 yards away

  Mediterranean cypress - Dismantle to ground level, tree has failed and collapsedGrissalina - Reduce by 0.5mCrab apple - Reduce by approx 2mAlder - remove deadwoodBay - Reduce by 2m and trim all sides

  Granted Trees 13 docs

• 216 Camberwell Grove London Southwark SE5 8RJ

  23/AP/2014 Submitted 19 Jul 2023 50 yards away

  Details of Condition 3 (Secondary glazing and metal handrail detailed drawings) Listed building consent rehanging of existing external ground floor doors on the rear elevation and installation of a new metal balustrade, installation of a new soil and vent pipe to the rear of the property. Removal of existing kitchen and utlity, installation of a injected damp proof system throughout lower ground floor. Relocation of doorways from hall and bedroom 1 into the bathrooms 1 and 2, associated structural works and new joinery at first floor level. Installation of secondary glazing to front elevation, ground floor living room, first floor bedroom 1 (Revised description).

  Granted Conditions Windows or glazing 6 docs

• 216 Camberwell Grove London Southwark SE5 8RJ

  23/AP/2113 Submitted 19 Jul 2023 50 yards away

  Details of Condition 4 (Structural engineers drawings) Listed building consent 23/AP/0912 - rehanging of existing external ground floor doors on the rear elevation and installation of a new metal balustrade, installation of a new soil and vent pipe to the rear of the property. Removal of existing kitchen and utlity, installation of a injected damp proof system throughout lower ground floor. Relocation of doorways from hall and bedroom 1 into the bathrooms 1 and 2, associated structural works and new joinery at first floor level. Installation of secondary glazing to front elevation, ground floor living room, first floor bedroom 1 (Revised description).

  Granted Conditions Windows or glazing 6 docs

• 26/AP/2635 Awaiting decision

  Flat 3 3 Crescent Wood Road London Southwark SE26 6RT

  T7473 - Common Holly -Young twin-stemmed holly, (likely self set) with very sparse canopy and poor vitality, symptomatic with the suppression from the adjacent mature trees. Proposed fell to 50cm above ground level and treat with systemic herbicide (ECO-PLUG). Replacement tree in line with TDE's tree replacement policy.

  Received 4 Sep, published by the council 7 Sep 2026 Trees
• 26/AP/2625 Awaiting decision

  Alleyns School Townley Road London Southwark SE22 8SU

  Works to a tree with a TPO: 1. Sorbus aucuparia T164 - Condemed by tree officer. Slow death, bacterial canker, vigarous shooting from the base. Remove tree and replace with Sciadopitys verticillata. 2. Aesculus hippocastanum T161 - Veteranisation over two years. First cuts to 8m reduction. Mower damage and Ganoderma present. 3m radial mulch and rope off to reduce risk of failing and prolong life of tree. 3. Aesculus hippocastanum T157 - Condemed by tree officer. Reduce height to 3m monolith for biodiversity, replant with with Celtis australis. 4. Aesculus hippocastanum T156 - Condemed by tree officer. Reduce height to 4m monolith for biodiversity, replant with Liquidambar styraciflua. 5. Aesculus hippocastanum T154 - Lift to 5m above storage bays to reduce potential for damage. Tree officer stated that A. hippocastanum is becoming less and less suitable for our climate, with considerations to site and use. All efforts made to rope off mature trees and mulch root plate to prolong their life.

  Received 4 Sep, published by the council 7 Sep 2026 Trees
• 26/AP/2602 Awaiting decision

  24A Talfourd Road London Southwark SE15 5NY

  Works to tree with a TPO: T1 - Common ash - fell. 18m in height. Fell tree to ground level. A mature common ash (Fraxinus excelsior) standing in the rear garden, closely surrounded by residential property on several sides.

  2 Sep 2026 Trees
• 26/AP/2584 Awaiting decision

  Naismith House 175 Tower Bridge Road London Southwark SE1 2AH

  To carry out works to trees with a TPO within the grounds of St Johns Churchyard, Southwark, London, SE1 2AH.

  Received 1 Sep, published by the council 8 Sep 2026 Trees
• 26/AP/2033 Granted

  South London Scout Centre Grange Lane London Southwark SE21 7LH

  Works to trees in a Conservation Area. Agreed amendment email dated Fri 31/07/2026 11:57 T1 Lombardy Poplar. Fell to Ground Level. T2 Lombardy Poplar. Large Trunk wound. Fell to Ground Level. T3 Lombardy Poplar. Fire Damaged. Fell to Ground Level. Review fire protocols. i.e.; no fires within 5m of any tree and 2m away from any canopy. T4 Hybrid Poplar. Reduce to 1m Above Ground Level (AGL). T5 Lombardy Poplar. 50% reduction back to live wood, leaving a 10m high tree. T6 Lombardy Poplar. 50% reduction back to live wood, leaving a 10m high tree. T7 Carolina Poplar. Fell to Ground Level T8 Carolina Poplar Further testing required. PICUS. Wound occlusion and physiology appear GOOD. T9 Carolina Poplar. Good rib formation. Reduce to 4m AGL and retain as monolith for biodiversity. T10 Crack Willow. Reduce to previous reduction points, retaining knuckles. T11 Carolina Poplar. Remove specified branch. Move Mobile Home to designated parking area or install no-dig 3D geocellular ground protection within RPA. Remove rope from stem or install cambium saver. T12 European Ash. scar indicates failure of a bifurcated stemmed tree. Reduce to 4m AGL and retain as monolith. T13. Wild Cherry. Fell to Ground Level. Dead Tree T14 Lombardy Poplar. Crown Dieback. Reduce to 6m AGL. Crown Dieback T15 Lombardy Poplar. Dead Tree, Fell to Ground Level.

  Received 13 Jul, published by the council 25 Jul 2026 Trees