Flat 6 52 - 54 The Drive Hove BN3 3PD Data via plota.co.uk

Decided BH2026/00194
Date received
29 Jan 2026
Date validated
29 Jan 2026
Postcode
BN3 3PD

Description

T1 Sycamore. Multi-stemmed tree. Central limb significantly decayed at base - approx 1/3rd of radial thickness of stem remains as sound wood when probed. When examined with a nylon mallet, resonance was typical of a hollowing cavity. Application is to remove central, decayed stem to origin at approx 1.5m from ground. This stem is approx 400mm diameter. Surrounding, remaining 4 stems are between approx 600-800mm diameter. Other defects, decay and atypical morphology exist around the base of the tree. A further survey is scheduled for when the tree is in leaf to establish physiological health. Cobra bracing is to be installed in the Spring. Deadwood above 25mm to be removed. Data via plota.co.uk

Brighton and Hove
Planning Authority Score
4.2/10
Below average
#186 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Brighton and Hove is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #229 out of 292. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (94%) than the national average (90%).

Slower than most councils
for householder decisions
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Brighton and Hove decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
89%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #127 of 292
94%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #97 of 292
52%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #229 of 292
45%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #179 of 292
68%
Minor dwellings approved
170 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
7 decided (10+ homes)
68%
Change of use approved
63 decided
1,710
Total decisions
193 refused in 2025