49 VICTORIA ROAD, NETLEY ABBEY, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 5DQ Data via plota.co.uk

Valid NC/26/101648 - Notification of proposed works to trees in conservation areas
Date received
25 Jun 2026
Date validated
25 Jun 2026
Postcode
SO31 5DQ
Type
Notification of proposed works to trees in conservation areas

Description

1no. Unspecified Species - Remove. Tree has grown into the garage and parking area serving the neighbouring properties . Should the tree remain in place, it will require regular professional maintenance, including pruning to prevent further encroachment into neighbouring land and the garage area. Given the size and location of the tree, this work would likely need to be carried out on a recurring basis, potentially every year. Unfortunately, the ongoing cost of such maintenance is not something we can reasonably afford in the long term. The tree is causing several issues. Prevents from installing a secure boundary fence along the rear of the garden. This leaves the rear of the property open and accessible from the neighbouring garage area, creating an ongoing security concern. There is evidence that a brick boundary wall previously existed in this location. The remaining sections of wall and the position of the tree suggest that its growth has contributed to the wall's collapse over time. The tree is also heavily covered with ivy, which has become increasingly difficult to manage. The ivy is now spreading into neighbouring properties and the adjoining garage area, creating maintenance issues and obscuring the condition of the tree itself. We believe that tree's removal is the most appropriate and practical long-term solution. Data via plota.co.uk

Eastleigh
Planning Authority Score
7/10
Good
#60 of 292 councils
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Other decisions

Eastleigh ranks #103 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. Only 26% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 40% national average - the council usually decides on time. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (93%) than the national average (90%).

Rarely extends deadlines
decisions usually arrive on time
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Eastleigh decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
89%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #136 of 292
93%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #125 of 292
72%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (64%) #103 of 292
26%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #35 of 292
58%
Minor dwellings approved
31 decided (1-9 homes)
70%
Major dwellings approved
10 decided (10+ homes)
75%
Change of use approved
12 decided
536
Total decisions
58 refused in 2025