7 - 9 Moreton Street London SW1V 2PW Data via plota.co.uk

Pending 26/04522/TCA
Date received
7 Jul 2026
Date validated
7 Jul 2026
Postcode
SW1V 2PW

Description

T1 Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) Carry out a crown reduction of the Sycamore, reducing the overall canopy by approximately 1.5 metres back to suitable growth points throughout the crown. Works shall be undertaken selectively to maintain the tree's natural form, balance and healthy furnishing growth whilst improving light penetration to the adjacent property and garden. All pruning cuts shall be made to appropriate secondary growth points in accordance with BS39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations. All timber, brash and associated arisings shall be removed from site and disposed of responsibly. Upon completion, the work area shall be left clean and tidy. T2 Cherry (Prunus sp.) Reduce the height of the Cherry tree by approximately 1.0 metre and reduce the lateral spread by approximately 2.0 metres, pruning back to suitable growth points throughout the crown. Works shall be undertaken selectively to improve light penetration into the adjacent property and garden whilst maintaining the tree's natural form, balance and healthy furnishing growth. All pruning cuts shall be made to appropriate secondary growth points in accordance with BS39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations. Reason for works: General tree maintenance… Data via plota.co.uk

Westminster
Planning Authority Score
3.7/10
Below average
#209 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Westminster is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #227 out of 292. Only 27% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 40% national average - the council usually decides on time. Westminster is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 79% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 79% approved vs 90% nationally
These figures are council-wide context, not a prediction for this application. View full council performance
Westminster decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
86%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #200 of 292
79%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #279 of 292
53%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #227 of 292
27%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #43 of 292
86%
Minor dwellings approved
14 decided (1-9 homes)
67%
Major dwellings approved
3 decided (10+ homes)
86%
Change of use approved
140 decided
4,828
Total decisions
669 refused in 2025