49A Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

This site has had 4 applications since 2004: 3 approved, 0 refused.

• 26/00653/TPO Awaiting decision

  49A Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  T1 - Veteran Lime Tree The proposed works seek consent to re-pollard the TPO-protected Lime by approximately 2.5m (Tilia sp.) back to its established historic pollard points as part of an appropriate and sustainable management regime. The tree has produced substantial regrowth since its last cycle of management, resulting in increased end-weight and mechanical loading at previous pruning points. Re-pollarding to the original pollard framework will reduce the risk of branch failure, improve structural stability and help maintain the tree within a size that is proportionate to its setting. All works will be undertaken in a sensitive manner, with pruning cuts made to suitable secondary growth in accordance with BS 39982010. Reason for works: Regular tree maintenance

  Submitted 4 Feb 2026 Trees
• 04/02589/TPO Granted

  49A Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  1 x lime - crown reduce to previous reduction points and removal epicormic growth

  Decided 18 May 2004 Trees
• 04/01356/TCA Granted

  49A Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  Row x Leylandii:Prune back sides and reduce in height by a minimum of 10 feet1 x Maple:Crown reduce to previous reduction points and remove epicormic growth

  Decided 23 Mar 2004 Trees

1. 25 Sep 2007

   Received by Westminster

2. 27 Sep 2007

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 16 Oct 2007

   Decision issued: Application Permitted

4. 29 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Westminster granted permission on 16 October 2007, 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.

• 51 Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  05/00355/TCA Submitted 12 Jan 2005 50 yards away

  1 x Sycamore (rear): Crown reduce 20-25% and shape. Lightly thin by 15-20% 1 x False Acacia: Light reduction all over to contain, retaining shape and flow 1 x Cherry (front); Prune sides to contain and make more compact shape.

  Granted Trees 1 doc

• 51 Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  06/01220/FULL Submitted 17 Feb 2006 50 yards away

  Erection of rear/side extension at first floor level and dormer window to rear roofslope to provide additional residential accommodation.

  Granted Full applications Extension Loft or dormer +1 14 docs

• 55 Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  06/10097/FULL Submitted 15 Dec 2006 50 yards away

  Demolition of part of existing rear extension at ground and first floor levels and erection of new enlarged rear extension at ground and first floor levels.

  Withdrawn Full applications Extension Demolition 8 docs

• 33A-35D Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  10/02375/NMA Submitted 12 Mar 2010 50 yards away

  Amendments to approved scheme (RN:08/08586/) for replacement windows and new main entrance door.(Council's Own Development) namely, for replacement of horizontal trickle vent to fixed glass pane, with trickle vent incorporated within head of new aluminium window frame.

  Granted Amendments Windows or glazing 3 docs

• 55 Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  07/01585/FULL Submitted 19 Feb 2007 50 yards away

  Enlarged replacement of existing single storey rear extension and enlargement of existing two storey rear extension with associated alterations to fenestration and roof form. Removal of three cypress trees within rear garden.

  Granted Full applications Extension Windows or glazing +1 10 docs
  Small domestic

• 55 Townshend Road London NW8 6LJ

  09/07351/ADFULL Submitted 8 Sep 2009 50 yards away

  Details of landscaping scheme and protecting trees pursuant to Conditions 5 and 6 of planning permission dated 10 May 2007 (RN:07/01585).

  Granted Full applications 4 docs

• 26/07520/TPO Awaiting decision

  Lords Cricket Ground St John's Wood Road London NW8 8QZ

  2 lime trees located to the west of the Allen Stand and north of Lords Tavern, by the Grace Gate entrance from St John's Wood Road. These trees are noted as T7 and T8 on attached plans and reports. Roots belonging to both trees were severed during excavations for service trenches associated with construction of the Allen Stand on site. Static load tests were carried out to both trees in April 2026, which flagged T7 as having an insufficient safety factor. T7 was therefore recommended for a 3m reduction in height to reduce the risk of failure. Due to T7 and T8 forming a continuous canopy, T8 has also been recommended for the same specification of reduction to prevent exposing its crown to excessive wind loading.

  Received 4 Nov, published by the council 6 Nov 2026 Trees
• 26/07523/TCA Awaiting decision

  Lancaster House Stable Yard Road London SW1A 1BB

  T5 - False Acacia Reduce Crown in Height (by 3m) and Shape (Specify final height and width) Reduce in height by 3m. Tag 1052 T11 Holm Oak Dismantle to ground level Tag 4049

  Received 4 Nov, published by the council 6 Nov 2026 Trees
• 26/07469/TPO Awaiting decision

  48 Craven Hill Gardens London W2 3EA

  T1 London plane: crown reduce back to previous, most recent reduction points (approx. 3-4m).

  Received 3 Nov, published by the council 6 Nov 2026 Trees
• 26/07483/TCA Awaiting decision

  144 Hamilton Terrace London NW8 9UX

  T1: Cherry: To thin by 15% T2: Group Purple Plums: 30% Thin and 1.5m reduction leaving a balanced crown shape. T3: Lime: Pollard to previous reduction points leaving some shortened furnishing growth T4: Japanese Maple: To thin crown density by 30% All works being carried out as general maintenance

  Received 3 Nov, published by the council 6 Nov 2026 Trees
• 26/07484/TCA Awaiting decision

  208 Randolph Avenue London W9 1PF

  T3 ? Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus), located in the rear garden of 208 Randolph Avenue, London W9 1PF. Proposed works: Fell T3 Sycamore to ground level and remove the resulting timber and arisings. The tree has been classified as Category U in the Arboricultural Implications Assessment (Report J69.34, dated 12 October 2026) prepared by Broad Oak Tree Consultants. The assessment identifies significant basal decay, a basal cavity, structural deterioration and crown dieback. The report recommends pollarding at approximately 8 metres or felling. Full removal is proposed due to the tree's poor structural condition and associated safety concerns.

  Received 3 Nov, published by the council 6 Nov 2026 Trees