5 John Spencer Square, London, N1 2LZ Data via plota.co.uk
Proposal
T1 Portuguese Laurel (Prunus lusitanica) - Fell to ground level. Following removal, treat the remaining stump with Aco plugs to inhibit regrowth and facilitate the gradual decomposition of the stump and associated root system. All works will be undertaken in accordance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work - Recommendations. Reason for works: The berries on the tree are poisonous to the owners dogs. Data via plota.co.uk
Application progress
This application is under consideration - no decision has been issued yet. Plota predicts a decision around 8 Oct 2026, from Islington's recent tree and landscaping works.
Site constraints 6
Checked on 3 October 2026. Historic England, the Environment Agency, Natural England 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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Important details
Decision outlook
Day 3 of the 56-day target. Islington usually decides tree and landscaping works by day 6.
Plota live figures for tree and landscaping works decided by Islington in the last twelve months, from validation. Islington decision record →
Consultation & key dates
- Alt. reference
- PP-15255770
Historical activity at this location
28 previous applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Previous applications at this address
Nearby activity
Islington is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #260 out of 296. 53% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 41% national average. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (93%) than the national average (90%).
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