Planning application
2026/2720
54 Ellerton Road SW18 3NN
Proposal
T2 Dead Malus Proposed Works: Fell to ground level by sectional dismantling. The Malus is dead and has no realistic prospect of recovery. The tree has suffered complete physiological failure and no longer contributes to the visual amenity of the area. As decay progresses, the structural integrity of the stem and branches will continue to deteriorate, increasing the likelihood of branch or stem failure. The proposed removal is considered appropriate in the interests of public safety and good arboricultural management. As the tree is dead, the works fall within the exemption for dead trees under the Town and Country Planning (Tree Preservation) (England) Regulations 2012. T1 Arbutus Proposed Works: Fell to ground level by sectional dismantling. The Arbutus is located in an unsuitable position immediately adjacent to the boundary wall, where it has insufficient space to develop to its natural size and form. The close proximity of the stem to the masonry wall has created an ongoing conflict between the tree and the built structure. As the tree continues to mature, the likelihood of structural damage to the wall and associated hard landscaping will increase. The restricted rooting environment and lack of available growing space also limit the tree's long-term suitability for retention. The proposed removal represents the most appropriate long-term arboricultural solution, eliminating the existing conflict with the boundary structure and allowing replacement with a more suitable species that can be accommodated within the available space. The works are considered reasonable and proportionate, having regard to the size of the garden, the location of the tree and accepted principles of good arboricultural management.
As published by the council, reference 2026/2720
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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28 Jul 2026
Received by Wandsworth
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1 Aug 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
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What happens while it is decided
The process from here
This application is with Wandsworth for determination. The council publicises it, consults neighbours and technical bodies where required, and weighs the responses against local and national planning policy.
The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development, though extensions of time are common. Comments carry most weight while the case is undecided, so check the council portal for the deadline if you want to respond.
About trees applications
How this application type works
Tree applications cover work to protected trees: those under a tree preservation order need consent for pruning or felling, and trees in a conservation area need six weeks written notice before work starts. The council assesses the amenity value of the tree and can refuse consent, approve it with conditions, or in conservation areas make a preservation order in response.
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