38 Watling Street Radlett Hertfordshire WD7 7NN Data via plota.co.uk

26/0837/TRC - Tree Works in Conservation Area (6 Week) Withdrawn

Proposal

Fell one of the group of three - TG1 Lime trees situated at the right side of the building plot. The lime tree is located within the footprint and Root Protection Area (RPA) of the proposed development, resulting in significant and unacceptable encroachment under BS5837:2012. Construction activities would require excavation within the RPA, leading to substantial root loss and compromising the tree?s health and structural stability. Its retention would also constrain foundation design due to the species? water demand and potential subsidence risk on shrinkable soils. The tree?s proximity to the building would create future conflicts, including shading, honeydew nuisance, and pressure for ongoing management. Additionally, construction works would pose a high risk of damage to both roots and canopy. As a result, long-term retention is not considered feasible or sustainable. Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
16 Jun 2026
Validated
17 Jun 2026
Withdrawn
30 Jun 2026

Withdrawn on 30 Jun 2026 · Last checked 5 Jul 2026

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Important details

Council
Hertsmere
Application type
Tree Works in Conservation Area (6 Week)
Postcode
WD7 7NN
Received
16 Jun 2026
Validated
17 Jun 2026
Ward
Aldenham West
Parish
Aldenham Parish
Case officer
Show
Target decision
29 Jul 2026
Decision
Application Withdrawn
Decision date
30 Jun 2026
Applicant
Show
Agent
Bartlett Tree Experts

Consultation & key dates

Alt. reference
PP-15016074
Env. assessment
No
Hertsmere
Planning Authority Score
3.3/10
Poor
#225 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Other decisions

Hertsmere is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #243 out of 296. 55% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 41% national average. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (94%) than the national average (90%).

Slower than most councils
for householder decisions
These figures are council-wide context, not a prediction for this application. View full council performance
Hertsmere decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
93%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #57 of 296
94%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #108 of 296
49%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (63%) #243 of 296
55%
Extended time limit
Above avg (41%) #249 of 296
84%
Minor dwellings approved
102 decided (1-9 homes)
75%
Major dwellings approved
8 decided (10+ homes)
89%
Change of use approved
27 decided
742
Total decisions
55 refused in the year to March 2026