Planning application
13 Clifton Villas London W9 2PH
Works: Trees
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Proposal
T1 Lime: Reduce the crown by approximately 30% (2 to 3 metres) from the height and lateral spread, pruning back to suitable previous reduction points. Remove basal growth and lower secondary branches up to approximately 3 metres above ground level. Justification: The Lime has previously been managed through cyclical crown reduction and has now produced substantial regrowth beyond the previous pruning points. The proposed works are required to maintain the tree at a suitable size for its location, reduce shading to neighbouring gardens and surrounding amenity areas, and prevent further encroachment into adjacent spaces. Removal of basal growth and lower branches will improve clearance beneath the canopy, enhance access and visibility, and create a more appropriate relationship between the tree and surrounding garden areas. The works will retain the tree's overall health, structure and amenity value whilst continuing an established management regime and ensuring the crown remains proportionate to its setting.
As published by the council, reference 26/03610/TCA
Application record
- Reference
- 26/03610/TCA
- Type
- Applic. for works to trees in CA
- Status
- Pending
- Received
- 2 Jun 2026
- Validated
- 2 Jun 2026
- Ward
- Little Venice
- Postcode
- W9 2PH
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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2 Jun 2026
Received by Westminster
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21 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
Decision expected by 28 July 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.
Westminster took a median of 91 days over the applications it decided in the last year.
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GraftinGardeners Ltd Agent, registered in London
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About tree works applications
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