Tree works at Ramsgate Sports Centre, Ramsgate

“LOCATION: 1No Holm Oak (T684) - Crown lift to 6m on roadside and remaining camopy by 3m, cut back by 2m to clear building and removal of epicormic growth. 2No Sycamore (T685, T686) - Fell, 1No Holm Oak (T683) - Fell, 1No elder (T687) - Fell, 1No Sycamore (T688) - Removal of epicormic growth and ivy, 2No Sycamore (T689, T690) - sever ivy.”

“The trees are situated within the Ramsgate Conservation Area, situated around Ramsgate Leisure Centre and car park, overlooked by the High Street. The trees are Holm Oak, Sycamore and Elder of varying age and sizes. They form an attractive feature, adding positively to the character of the conservation area. The trees collectively have high amenity value, though some individual trees within the group would be much lower in amenity value.”

“Thanet District Council (TDC) records indicate no prior works have been carried out on these trees.”

“These works appear to be reasonable management practices aimed at ensuring the health and safety of both the trees and the surrounding environment, while maintaining access and safety for pedestrians and vehicles.”

“Considering the public location of the trees, their proximity to the highway and pavements, and the nature of the proposed works, it is not considered appropriate to impose a TPO. The works are reasonable and well justified to ensure health and safety while maintaining the amenity of the area. It is therefore recommended that Members raise no objection to the proposed works.”

“A site notice was posted near the site, and no letters of objection or concern have been received regarding the proposed works.”

“Councillor Rusiecki proposed and Councillor Matterface seconded the officer recommendation to RAISE NO OBJECTION the application.”

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