20 Abinger Mews W9 3SP

This site has had 2 applications since 2025: 0 approved, 1 refused.

• 26/01047/TPO Awaiting decision

  20 Abinger Mews W9 3SP

  X1 Silver birch: Fell As detailed within the accompanying arboricultural and engineering evidence, the tree is situated approximately 1.8 metres from the property and is exhibiting significant surface rooting typical of Betula pendula. The shallow root system has caused measurable deformation of the tarmacadam driveway, including uplift, cracking, sub base distortion and surface delamination. The independent hard surface and drainage assessment confirms that reinstatement of the driveway to compliant drainage gradients cannot be achieved without excavation within the tree?s root protection area. Due to the garage threshold being set lower than the driveway level, regrading without root removal would create unacceptable flood risk. Pruning has been considered but is not a viable long term solution. Birch species tolerate reduction poorly and significant pruning would accelerate physiological decline without addressing the underlying root conflict. Given the constrained rooting environment, ongoing hard surface displacement and drainage implications, removal and replacement is considered the only sustainable long term solution. We propose to replace the tree with a suitable specimen of approximately 18 to 20 cm e girth, to be positioned appropriately within the site to avoid recurrence of structural conflict while maintaining amenity value. We respectfully request that the application be approved in light of the enclosed technical evidence.

  Submitted 18 Feb 2026 Trees

1. 3 Nov 2025

   Received by Westminster

2. 5 Dec 2025

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 10 Feb 2026

   Decision issued: Application Refused

4. 30 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

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• 22 Abinger Mews W9 3SP

  26/01073/TDD Submitted 22 Jan 2026 50 yards away

  100% historically approved · decision due ~19 Mar

  1 x Cherry (front): fell

  Awaiting decision Trees 1 doc

• 20 Abinger Mews W9 3SP

  26/01047/TPO Submitted 18 Feb 2026 50 yards away

  100% historically approved · decision due ~15 Apr

  X1 Silver birch: Fell As detailed within the accompanying arboricultural and engineering evidence, the tree is situated approximately 1.8 metres from the property and is exhibiting significant surface rooting typical of Betula pendula. The shallow root system has caused measurable deformation of the tarmacadam driveway, including uplift, cracking, sub base distortion and surface delamination. The independent hard surface and drainage assessment confirms that reinstatement of the driveway to compliant drainage gradients cannot be achieved without excavation within the tree?s root protection area. Due to the garage threshold being set lower than the driveway level, regrading without root removal would create unacceptable flood risk. Pruning has been considered but is not a viable long term solution. Birch species tolerate reduction poorly and significant pruning would accelerate physiological decline without addressing the underlying root conflict. Given the constrained rooting environment, ongoing hard surface displacement and drainage implications, removal and replacement is considered the only sustainable long term solution. We propose to replace the tree with a suitable specimen of approximately 18 to 20 cm e girth, to be positioned appropriately within the site to avoid recurrence of structural conflict while maintaining amenity value. We respectfully request that the application be approved in light of the enclosed technical evidence.

  Awaiting decision Trees 8 docs

• 9 Abinger Mews W9 3SP

  26/06045/PALHE Submitted 3 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~29 Oct

  Erection of a single storey rear extension to existing mid-terraced property.

  Awaiting decision Extension
  Small domestic

• 9 Abinger Mews W9 3SP

  26/06044/CLOPUD Submitted 3 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  84% historically approved · decision due ~29 Oct

  Proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and 3 front rooflights to existing mid-terraced house.

  Decided Lawful development Loft or dormer

• 78 Walterton Road London W9 3PQ

  04/10011/FULL Submitted 17 Dec 2004 50 yards away

  External alterations including the enlargement of access door to front lightwell, replacement of existing windows and erection of bin stores and new access steps to rear garden.

  Granted Full applications Windows or glazing 7 docs

• 9 Abinger Mews W9 3SP

  26/00600/TPO Submitted 2 Feb 2026 50 yards away

  1 x whitebeam (T1): Fell 1 x whitebeam (T2): Reduce by approx 1.5m from the height and width

  Granted Trees 12 docs

• 26/07195/TCA Awaiting decision

  31 Springfield Road London NW8 0QJ

  Back Garden - (Neighbors) Oak tree at 31 Springfield Road: Reduce branches overhanging the garden back by approx. 2.5-3m Reason: Neighbors tree is overhanging customers property and encroaching on their garden, they would like to cut the overhangs back a bit to reduce the encroachment over their boundary.

  21 Oct 2026 Trees
• 26/06719/TCA Withdrawn

  St Pauls Church Wilton Place London SW1X 8SH

  1 x London plane T2 - cut back regrowth on stem to previous reduction point in accompanying photograph to give clearance for scaffolding.

  Received 1 Oct, published by the council 9 Oct 2026 Trees
• 26/07144/TPO Awaiting decision

  10 Carlton Hill London NW8 0JY

  T1 - Saucer Magnolia - Carry out sensitive crown pruning of up to no more than 1m together with the careful removal of ivy and creeper from the main stem and primary branches, ensuring no unnecessary damage to the bark or retained growth. As an Arboricultural Approved contractor (#AC2626), all works will be undertaken in accordance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work - Recommendations. Reason for work: General tree maintenance

  Received 19 Oct, published by the council 22 Oct 2026 Trees
• 26/07126/TCA Awaiting decision

  131 Hamilton Terrace London NW8 9QR

  T1. Mimosa Tree Rear Garden/Close to House:Upper crown looking slightly sparse;Selectively reduce crown height and spread by 1.5m, pruning the longer stem sections back to suitable growth points to leave a natural, rounded appearance. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adverse conditions. T2. Oven's Wattle Rear Garden:Leaning;Selectively reduce crown height by 1.5m and spread by 1m, pruning the longer stem sections back to suitable growth points to leave a natural, rounded appearance. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adverse conditions. T3. Mimosa Tree Rear Garden/Patio Area:Perfect specimens:Selectively reduce crown height by 1.5m and spread by 1m, pruning the longer stem sections back to suitable growth points to leave a natural, pyramidalappearance. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adverse conditions. T4. Cherry Tree Rear Garden: Perfect specimens and in symmetry with adjacent Cherry; Selectively reduce crown height by 1.5m and spread by 1m, pruning the longer stem sections back to suitable growth points to leave a natural, pyramidal appearance. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adverse conditions. T5. Cherry Tree Rear Garden: Perfect specimens and in symmetry with adjacent Cherry; Selectively reduce crown height by 1.5m and spread by 1m, pruning the longer stem sections back to suitable growth points to leave a natural, pyramidal appearance. Remove dead branches throughout the crown area that are over 2.5cm in diameter, and inspect the crown for any adverse conditions. T6. Hoheria/Lacebark Rear Garden: Selectively reduce crown height by 1.5m and spread by 1m, pruning the longer stem sections back to suitable growth po

  19 Oct 2026 Trees
• 26/07145/TCA Awaiting decision

  4 Elm Tree Close London NW8 9JS

  T1 Silver Birch Reduce all aspects of the crown by approx. 1-1.5m. Sever Wisteria at wall height and remove from canopy.

  Received 19 Oct, published by the council 21 Oct 2026 Trees