10 Sheltwood Close Redditch Worcestershire B97 5RL

Pending Consideration TPO26/065
Council
Date received
27 Apr 2026
Date validated
7 May 2026
Postcode
B97 5RL

Description

The proposed works are a repeat of the maintenance previously approved under TPO19/213. The Oak tree is a significant feature of the garden at 10 Sheltwood Close; however, recent regrowth of epicormic shoots and extension of the lower canopy are now encroaching on the residential amenity and reducing light levels to the property. The intention is to crown lift and thin the tree to its previously approved proportions to ensure its continued health and structural integrity while managing its size within a residential setting. All works will be carried out by an approved tree surgeon and will meet the relevant standards, for example BS 3998:2010, to ensure no long-term detriment to the tree.

8.3/10
Planning Authority Score
#9 of 282

Redditch ranks #104 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Only 24% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 40% national average - the council usually decides on time. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 98% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

Redditch decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
96%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #13 of 282
98%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #17 of 282
79%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #104 of 282
24%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #28 of 282
92%
Minor dwellings approved
13 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
5 decided (10+ homes)
100%
Change of use approved
6 decided
159
Total decisions
6 refused in 2025