Planning application
47 Shirland Road London W9 2JD
Works: Trees
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Proposal
T2 Walnut: Crown reduce by approximately 1-2m and reshape to form a balanced and more compact crown. Justification:The Walnut is located within a relatively small urban rear garden and has become disproportionately large for its setting. The tree exhibits a noticeable lean and is encroaching upon the available garden space, creating an unbalanced appearance and increasing the dominance of the tree within the garden. The proposed reduction will contain the crown within the available space, reduce the extent of overhang and create a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing form whilst retaining the tree as an important landscape feature. The works will also improve light penetration to the garden and adjoining property, reducing excessive shading and improving the usability and enjoyment of the outdoor space. The proposed reduction represents a reasonable ongoing management approach that will allow the tree to be retained safely and sustainably within its constrained urban environment.
As published by the council, reference 26/03736/TCA
Application record
- Reference
- 26/03736/TCA
- Type
- Applic. for works to trees in CA
- Status
- Pending
- Received
- 8 Jun 2026
- Validated
- 8 Jun 2026
- Ward
- Little Venice
- Postcode
- W9 2JD
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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8 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 3 August 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
Active · incorporated 2009 · London
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About tree works applications
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.
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