8 Lambourne Avenue, Wimbledon, Merton, SW19 7DW Data via plota.co.uk
Proposal
T1 pine: Fell to ground level / section dismantle tree removal justification the subject tree is an early-mature specimen that has outgrown its planting context. It is located within a raised bed, which significantly restricts root development and long-term stability. This constrained rooting environment limits the tree’s ability to access adequate moisture and nutrients, contributing to reduced vigour. The crown displays notable sparsity, indicating physiological stress and declining vitality. This condition is unlikely to improve due to the inherent limitations of the planting environment. The tree is positioned in close proximity to the neighbouring property, creating potential for future conflict as it continues to develop. At full maturity, the species would be unsuitable for this location due to its size, root spread, and canopy extent. Given these factors, the tree is not considered sustainable in the long term. Its removal is justified on the grounds of poor suitability to its location, compromised health, and potential risk to adjacent structures. The impact on local amenity is considered minimal. There is sufficient surrounding planting, including other established trees, which will continue to provide visual screening, canopy cover, and ecological value. Data via plota.co.uk
Application progress
Approved on 23 Jun 2026 · Delegated · Last checked 1 Oct 2026
Documents 6
Decision & officer reports 1
Plans & drawings 1
Application forms 1
Site constraints 8
Checked on 6 October 2026. The pin for this application is the centre of its postcode rather than the building, so distances to nearby designations are measured from the postcode and can be out by the width of the postcode area. Historic England, the Environment Agency, Natural England, Transport for London (public transport access levels, Powered by TfL Open Data, OGL v3.0, contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right 2025) and council datasets, Open Government Licence. A boundary can run through a site and the council holds the definitive record: confirm with the council before relying on this.
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How this decision compares
Decided in 61 days from validation, 6 days slower than Merton's median of 55 for tree and landscaping works. Approved, as 99% of tree and landscaping works here are.
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Consultation & key dates
- Statutory expiry
- 18 Jun 2026
Historical activity at this location
25 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
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Merton ranks #196 out of 296 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (92%) than the national average (90%).
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