13 Clifton Villas London W9 2PH Data via plota.co.uk

26/03610/TCA - Applic. for works to trees in CA Pending

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. Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
2 Jun 2026
Decision
Awaiting decision

This application is under consideration - no decision has been issued yet.

Important details

Application type
Applic. for works to trees in CA
Postcode
W9 2PH
Received
2 Jun 2026
Validated
2 Jun 2026
Ward
Little Venice
Case officer
Show
Target decision
28 Jul 2026
Applicant
Show
Agent
GraftinGardeners Ltd

Consultation & key dates

Alt. reference
PP-14980699
Env. assessment
No
Westminster
Planning Authority Score
3.5/10
Below average
#221 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Westminster is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #258 out of 296. Only 28% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 41% national average - the council usually decides on time. Westminster is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 81% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 81% approved vs 90% nationally
These figures are council-wide context, not a prediction for this application. View full council performance
Westminster decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
86%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #201 of 296
81%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #277 of 296
44%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (63%) #258 of 296
28%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #46 of 296
83%
Minor dwellings approved
12 decided (1-9 homes)
67%
Major dwellings approved
3 decided (10+ homes)
81%
Change of use approved
133 decided
4,602
Total decisions
648 refused in the year to March 2026