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26/01637/TCA - Approval for works to trees in CA Approved

Proposal

T1 Magnolia: Crown reduce by 2 to 3 metres and reshape to form a more compact and balanced crown. Justification: The Magnolia has developed an extended crown with growth encroaching into the surrounding garden space. A reduction of 2 to 3 metres is proposed to contain the tree within its available growing space, maintain a balanced and aesthetically pleasing form, and reduce shading to the garden. The proposed works are moderate in nature and appropriate for the species, retaining the tree's long term health and amenity value. T2 Purple Plum: Crown reduce by 2 to 3 metres and crown thin by approximately 20% to form a more compact spherical shape. Justification: The Purple Plum has become overly dense and has outgrown its intended position within the garden. The proposed crown reduction and thinning will reduce end weight on extended limbs, improve light penetration through the canopy, and restore a more compact and proportionate form. The works will maintain the tree at a suitable size for its location whilst preserving its visual contribution to the site. T3 Malus: Crown reduce by 1 to 2 metres back to suitable previous pruning points. Justification:The Malus has produced vigorous regrowth following previous pruning works. Reducing the crown by 1 to 2 metres back to established pruning points will maintain the tree at an appropriate size for the garden, improve crown structure, and prevent further excessive encroachment into the surrounding space. The proposed works follow good arboricultural practice and will not adversely affect the health or appearance of the tree. T4 Robinia: Crown reduce by 2 to 3 metres back to suitable previous pruning points. Justification: The Robinia has exceeded its desired size and now casts increased shade over the garden area. A crown reduction of 2 to 3 metres is proposed to manage the tree's dimensions, reduce end weight on extended branches, and maintain a safe separation from nearby garden features. The works will be undertaken… Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
2 Jun 2026
Approved
16 Jun 2026

Approved on 16 Jun 2026 · Delegated Decision · Last checked 5 Jul 2026

Important details

Council
Lambeth
Application type
Approval for works to trees in CA
Postcode
SW4 9EA
Received
2 Jun 2026
Validated
2 Jun 2026
Ward
Clapham Common & Abbeville
Case officer
Show
Decision
Raise No Objection
Decision date
16 Jun 2026
Decision level
Delegated Decision
Applicant
Show
Agent
GraftinGardeners Ltd

Consultation & key dates

Env. assessment
No
Lambeth
Planning Authority Score
2.7/10
Poor
#242 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Lambeth ranks #164 out of 296 councils for householder decision speed. 47% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 41% national average. Lambeth 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
Lambeth decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
78%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #274 of 296
81%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #273 of 296
62%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (63%) #164 of 296
47%
Extended time limit
Above avg (41%) #209 of 296
46%
Minor dwellings approved
70 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
9 decided (10+ homes)
42%
Change of use approved
53 decided
1,784
Total decisions
396 refused in the year to March 2026