Flat 4, 20 Castelnau, Barnes, Sw13 9ru Data via plota.co.uk

PA26/2185 - Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area Approved

Proposal

T1 Ailanthus, rear garden Crown reduce by up to 2m to suitable growth points to contain the tree within its setting, improve crown shape and balance, and reduce encroachment over the rear garden and neighbour whilst improving overall shape and balance;. The works are considered minor and appropriate, and will retain the tree in a smaller, more balanced form without significantly affecting its amenity value. Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
23 Jun 2026
Approved
20 Jul 2026

Approved on 20 Jul 2026 · Delegated Decision · Last checked 21 Jul 2026

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Important details

Application type
Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area
Postcode
SW13 9RU
Received
23 Jun 2026
Validated
23 Jun 2026
Ward
Barnes Ward [BRN]
Case officer
Show
Target decision
4 Aug 2026
Decision
Raise No objection
Decision date
20 Jul 2026
Decision level
Delegated Decision
Applicant
Show
Agent
GraftinGardeners Ltd

Consultation & key dates

Alt. reference
PP-15030561
Richmond upon Thames
Planning Authority Score
4.4/10
Below average
#182 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Other decisions

Richmond upon Thames ranks #130 out of 296 councils for householder decision speed. Richmond upon Thames is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 82% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 82% approved vs 90% nationally
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Richmond upon Thames decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
81%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #257 of 296
82%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #268 of 296
69%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (63%) #130 of 296
35%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #104 of 296
68%
Minor dwellings approved
181 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
3 decided (10+ homes)
47%
Change of use approved
17 decided
1,888
Total decisions
358 refused in the year to March 2026