Lordship Lane Allotments Lordship Lane London Southwark SE23

1. 26 Mar 2026

   Received by Southwark

2. 27 Mar 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 30 Mar 2026

   Decision issued: Tree Works/Conservation Area - GRANTED

4. 10 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Southwark granted permission on 30 March 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.

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.

• Sydenham Hill Wood And Coxs Walk Development Site Sydenham Hill London Southwark SE22

  22/AP/3787 Submitted 1 Nov 2022 150 yards away

  The installation of a temporary access service ramp with associated remediation and mitigation for the loss of trees.

  Granted Full applications Trees 29 docs

• Sherwood Court Highwood Close London Southwark SE22 8NL

  26/AP/0814 Submitted 20 Mar 2026 150 yards away

  T1 Fraxinus excelsior (Ash) - Felling to Ground Level Carry out the removal of the Fraxinus excelsior by felling to ground level. The tree is exhibiting multiple fungal fruiting bodies, indicating decay within the structure. Works shall be undertaken carefully to manage any compromised timber and ensure safe removal without damage to surrounding areas. T2 Tilia spp. (Lime) - Crown Reduction and Epicormic Removal Carry out a crown reduction of the Tilia by approximately 2.5 metres in height. Works shall include the removal of epicormic growth from the main stem and lower crown. Branches shall be selectively shortened to suitable secondary growth points to maintain a balanced and natural canopy structure. T3 Aesculus hippocastanum (Large Horse Chestnut) - Crown Reduction Carry out a crown reduction of the large Aesculus hippocastanum by approximately 2.5 metres in height and 1.5 metres in lateral spread. Works shall comprise selectively shortening branches to suitable secondary growth points to reduce canopy size whilst maintaining structural integrity and a balanced crown. T4 Aesculus hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) - Crown Reduction Carry out a crown reduction of the Aesculus hippocastanum by approximately 2.5 metres in height and 1.5 metres in lateral spread. Works shall involve selectively shortening branch lengths to suitable pruning points to maintain a natural form and balanced canopy

  Granted Trees 7 docs

• Sherwood Court Highwood Close London Southwark

  26/AP/0807 Submitted 19 Mar 2026 150 yards away

  Tree works 5 day notification: T1 - Aesculus hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut): Emergency felling to ground level. Replace with 14-16cm Liriodendron tulipifera (Tulip Tree) Nov 26-March 2027

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• 2 Highwood Close London Southwark SE22 8NH

  25/AP/3322 Submitted 13 Nov 2025 150 yards away

  Works to tree in a conservation area: Norway Maple 9m height. Lateral reduction of branches to 2m away from property back to closest growth point and removal of dead wood within the canopy. Crown reduction up to 1m back to closest growth point

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Highwood Close London Southwark SE22 8NL

  25/AP/2598 Submitted 11 Sep 2025 150 yards away

  Five Day Notification for tree works: Common Horse Chestnut: Lightly reduce limbs from over the pavement and street light. Highwood Close falls within the Dulwich Conservation area. Works requested on behalf of a Highways Authority (TfL) subject to a Highways Notice.

  Granted Trees 5 docs

• Highwood Close London Southwark SE22 8NL

  26/AP/0226 Submitted 26 Jan 2026 150 yards away

  Five Day Notification for tree works: Carry out tree pruning works to the trees overhanging the public highway. Works to include: - Crown lifting to a minimum clearance of 5.0 metres above highway level, to provide safe clearance for vehicular traffic and highway users. - Lateral crown reduction of up to approximately 1.5 metres over the carriageway and footway, cutting back to suitable secondary growth points to achieve appropriate clearance and reduce encroachment. All pruning to be undertaken sympathetically, retaining the trees natural form and structural integrity. No topping or excessive crown removal will be carried out.

  Granted Trees 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