3 The Pines Hatfield Peverel Essex CM3 2DB

Pending Consideration 26/00461/TPO
Council
Date received
2 Mar 2026
Date validated
2 Mar 2026
Postcode
CM3 2DB

Description

Application to carry out works to trees protected by Tree Preservation Order: TPO: 69/2000-T16 - Pine (T1) - Reduce branches up to 2.5 metres on the South and South west facing side of the tree. Reason: Sufficient clearance from the front of the house and part of the driveway TPO: 69/2000-T17 - Sequoia (T2) - Reduce branches up to 2.5 metres on the South and South west facing side of the tree. Crown lift of up to 3m. Reason: Sufficient clearance from the front of the house and part of the driveway, also the garage roof. We have already had to replace some ridge tiles due to the branches and tree debris.

6.9/10
Planning Authority Score
#49 of 282

Braintree is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #65 out of 282. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (92%) than the national average (90%).

Braintree decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
86%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #181 of 282
92%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #137 of 282
84%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #65 of 282
32%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #65 of 282
64%
Minor dwellings approved
123 decided (1-9 homes)
92%
Major dwellings approved
12 decided (10+ homes)
83%
Change of use approved
12 decided
917
Total decisions
125 refused in 2025