Protected tree works at Crispe Park, Birchington

“LOCATION: M/TPO/3(1952), M/TPO/2(1951) - 3No Sycamore (T362, T363, T364) - Fell, 1No Ash (T441) - Fell, 2no Sycamore (T436, T360) - Fell, 2No Ash (T438, T366) - Fell, 2No Hawthorn (T358, T359) - Fell, 1No Elm (T361) - Fell, 1No Elder (T442) - Fell, 1No Sycamore (T435) - Cut back by 2m to clear building, 1No Ash (T365) - Crown raise to 2m above ground level.”

“The trees are located within Crisp Park, some of the trees are close to residential properties at Crisp Park Close, the trees are highly prominent as a group and are considered to make an important contribution to the character and appearance of the area.”

“The Council's Tree Safety and Conservation Manager assessed the site and provided survey details, and has noted on the application that, all of the works are considered to be essential work required to ensure compliance with the adopted TDC Tree Policy. The majority of the work is in response to ash dieback which has become established within the area.”

“Of the trees to be removed many are dead, many of the trees have advanced Ash dieback and one Sycamore is to be reduced to clear an adjacent building. There are many other trees in this area and these justified removals and reductions are not considered to have a great negative impact on the character of the area.”

“A site notice was posted close to the site. No letter has been received.”

“Councillor Rusiecki proposed and Councillor Matterface seconded the officer recommendation to APPROVE the application.”

“When put to the vote the motion was AGREED.”