Planning application
6 West Mews London SW1V 2DJ
Works: Trees
Still open. Anyone can comment while the consultation period runs, and comments go to the council rather than to us.
Proposal
1x Fig Re-Pollard Reason for works general maintenance
As published by the council, reference 26/05692/TCA
Application record
- Reference
- 26/05692/TCA
- Category
- Trees
- Status
- Pending
- Received
- 19 Aug 2026
- Validated
- 19 Aug 2026
- Postcode
- SW1V 2DJ
Site history
Applications at this address on the Westminster register
This site has had 2 applications since 2025: 1 approved, 0 refused.
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25/06853/TCA Granted
6 West Mews London SW1V 2DJ
1 x fig tree (courtyard): reduce crown to previous, most recent reduction points. Remove epicormic growth.
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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19 Aug 2026
Received by Westminster
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28 Aug 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
Decision expected by 14 October 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 61 days over the applications it decided in the last year.
What happens while it is decided
This application is with Westminster for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Westminster decided tree works applications in a median of 38 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.
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.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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6 West Mews London SW1V 2DJ
1 x fig tree (courtyard): reduce crown to previous, most recent reduction points. Remove epicormic growth.
Granted Trees 7 docs -
1 West Mews London SW1V 2DJ
Replacement timber sash and casement windows and replacement of timber door set.
Refused Full applications Windows or glazing 25 docs -
1 West Mews London SW1V 2DJ
87% historically approved · decision due ~22 Dec
Replacement timber sash and casement windows, replacement timber door set with double-glazed units.
Awaiting decision Full applications Windows or glazing 18 docs -
108 Warwick Way London SW1V 1SD
87% historically approved · decision due ~7 Sep
External alterations to a single dwellinghouse, comprising: replacement of existing uPVC windows with timber double-glazed sash windows to the front and rear elevations; new coping stones and lead flashing to the cornice on the front elevation; raising of the existing rear extension to first-floor level; a new circular window to the rear and two conservation rooflights to the roof; widening of the rear garden opening; new French doors, bi-fold doors and a Juliet balcony to the rear.
Awaiting decision Full applications Extension Loft or dormer +1 9 docsDomestic -
Basement 41 St George's Drive London SW1V 4DG
87% historically approved · decision due ~22 Apr
Erection of side infill extension at rear lower-ground level and lowering of the front vaults. (Linked to 26/01194/LBC)
Awaiting decision Full applications Extension 28 docs -
Basement 41 St George's Drive London SW1V 4DG
90% historically approved · decision due ~22 Apr
Erection of side infill extension at rear lower-ground level and lowering of the front vaults and internal alterations. (Linked to 26/01193/FULL)
Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings Extension 23 docs
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26/05966/TPO Awaiting decision
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26/05927/TCA Awaiting decision
Little Venice Gardens Randolph Road London W9 1AN
Description of Proposed Tree Works Location: Little Venice Gardens, Randolph Road, London, W9 1AN Area: Maida Vale Conservation Area T1 ? Birch (Betula spp.) ? western side of tennis court Located within Little Venice Gardens on the western side of the tennis court when viewed from Randolph Road. Reduce the lateral crown spread by approximately 2m from the tennis-court side, cutting back the overhanging branches to suitable growth points. Maintain a balanced and natural crown form and retain sufficient healthy furnishing growth throughout the remaining crown. T2 ? Birch (Betula spp.) ? western side of tennis court Located adjacent to T1 on the western side of the tennis court when viewed from Randolph Road. Reduce the lateral crown spread by approximately 2m from the tennis-court side, cutting back the overhanging branches to suitable growth points. Maintain a balanced and natural crown form and retain sufficient healthy furnishing growth throughout the remaining crown. T3 ? Prunus ? subhirtella ?Pissardii? (Prunus cerasifera ?Pissardii?) ? rear of No. 19 Located to the rear of No. 19 Randolph Road, adjacent to the tennis courts. Reduce the overall crown by approximately 2.5m, reducing the height and lateral spread evenly throughout the crown to suitable growth points. Maintain the natural form, balance and structural integrity of the tree whilst retaining suitable healthy furnishing growth. General specification: All works are proposed as routine arboricultural maintenance to retain the trees at a suitable size for their location and to manage crown growth extending towards the tennis court. All pruning cuts will be made to suitable growth points in accordance with good arboricultural practice. The works will be carried out sympathetically, retaining the natural form and structural framework of each tree and avoiding unnecessarily large pruning wounds.
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26/05897/TCA Awaiting decision
71 Lothrop Street London W10 4JD
(T1) - Silver Birch(Betula pendula) -reduce crown by 30%(2m) to suitable growth points -reduce lateral branch spread by up to 1.75m to match, shape and balance -crown lift removing lowest inbound branches to main trunk union All works are for routine maintenance.
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26/05878/TPO Decided
16 Westbourne Terrace London W2 3UW
1 x London plane: crown lift low hanging twiggy growth to 6m and cut back from property to give a clearance of 5m.