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DC/26/144555 - Trees in Conservation Areas Approved

Proposal

T1 Box Elder Maple (Acer negundo): Reduce the crown by approximately 25%, equating to approximately 2 metres from the height and radial spread, leaving a finished height of approximately 6 metres and a finished radial spread of approximately 3.5 metres. Crown to be reshaped to form a balanced, natural outline and remove any major deadwood and crossing or rubbing branches in accordance with BS3998:2010. If the tree is larger, another realistic option would be: Finished height: 8 metres Finished radial spread: 4.5 metres Justification: The subject tree has suffered the loss of multiple limbs and displays evidence of recent branch failure, resulting in an unbalanced crown and reduced structural integrity. The loss of these limbs has increased loading on the remaining scaffold branches and unions, creating an elevated risk of further branch failure if left unmanaged. The proposed works will rebalance the crown, reduce excessive end weight on the remaining limbs, remove torn and damaged branches, and improve light penetration through selective crown thinning. These remedial works will reduce mechanical stress on the tree, promote good wound occlusion, and assist in retaining the tree safely for the long term whilst preserving its amenity value in accordance with BS3998:2010 ? Tree Work ? Recommendations. Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
29 Jun 2026
Approved
23 Jul 2026

Approved on 23 Jul 2026 · Delegated · Last checked 4 Aug 2026

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Important details

Council
Lewisham
Application type
Trees in Conservation Areas
Postcode
SE13 7JH
Received
29 Jun 2026
Validated
29 Jun 2026
Ward
Ladywell
Case officer
Show
Decision
Raise No Objection
Decision date
23 Jul 2026
Decision level
Delegated
Applicant
Show
Agent
GraftinGardeners Ltd

Public comments

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Last counted 4 Aug 2026

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Consultation & key dates

Alt. reference
PP-15047383
Env. assessment
No
Lewisham
Planning Authority Score
5.8/10
Average
#111 of 296 councils
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Lewisham decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
84%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #224 of 296
90%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #192 of 296
69%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (63%) #127 of 296
31%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #58 of 296
65%
Minor dwellings approved
117 decided (1-9 homes)
92%
Major dwellings approved
12 decided (10+ homes)
57%
Change of use approved
67 decided
1,303
Total decisions
207 refused in the year to March 2026