Flat 10 Woodcote Hall Woodcote Road Epsom Surrey KT18 7QQ Data via plota.co.uk

26/00847/CAT - Conservation Area - Works to Trees Awaiting decision

Proposal

Tree species: Leylandii Tree size: Approx. 3-4m height Stem diameter approx. >75mm Description of proposed works (Section 211 Notice) Prune lower and mid-level branches to provide window/wall clearance and maintain the trees shape. Crown reduction of no more than 15 to 20%, retaining natural form to avoid roof tile damage. Removal of dead, crossing, or rubbing branches Works are intended as routine maintenance to ensure the tree remains healthy, balanced, and clear of pathways/structures. Reason for works To maintain appropriate clearance from buildings/paths, improve light levels, and remove minor deadwood. Works are not for removal of the tree. All works will be carried out by a qualified arborist in accordance with BS3998:2010 Tree Work… Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
3 Aug 2026
Decision
Awaiting decision

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Important details

Application type
Conservation Area - Works to Trees
Postcode
KT18 7QQ
Received
3 Aug 2026
Validated
3 Aug 2026
Ward
Woodcote And Langley Vale
Case officer
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Applicant
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Public comments

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10 neighbours consulted · Last counted 19 Aug 2026

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Consultation & key dates

Env. assessment
No
Epsom and Ewell
Planning Authority Score
7.4/10
Good
#47 of 296 councils
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Other decisions

Epsom and Ewell is one of the fastest councils in England for householder decisions, ranking #16 out of 296. Only 14% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 41% national average - the council usually decides on time. Householder applications are slightly less likely to be approved here (89%) than the national average (90%).

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for householder decisions
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Epsom and Ewell decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
83%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #236 of 296
89%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #203 of 296
90%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (63%) #16 of 296
14%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #10 of 296
66%
Minor dwellings approved
68 decided (1-9 homes)
80%
Major dwellings approved
10 decided (10+ homes)
64%
Change of use approved
11 decided
639
Total decisions
110 refused in the year to March 2026