Tree works at Northdown Park Depot Northdown Park, Margate

“LOCATION: 1 No. Holm Oak (T1203) - Fell; 1 No. English Elm (T1199) - Fell, 1 No. Ash (T1179) - Fell Works to the following trees: 5 No. Horse Chestnut (T1175, T1176, T1177, T1182, T1183), 4 No. Common Lime (T1193, T1198, T1200, T1207), 7 No. Sycamore (T1181, T1187, T1189, T1195,T1197, T1201, T1204), 3 No. Yew (T1191, T1196, T1208), 2 No. Elder (T1188, T1194),1 No. Holm Oak (T1190), 1 No. English Elm (T1202)”

“The trees are situated within the Cliftonville Conservation Area, situated in the public open space overlooked by Northdown Park Road, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, East Northdown, and Northdown Road. The trees are a mix of species and various ages 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.”

“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.”

“The proposed felling of 3 trees is justified, T1199 - Elm is dead, T1203 Holm Oak, has poor form and a decaying wound, and T1179 Ash has 50% crown die back. The other proposed works, primarily crown raising and pruning, are necessary for maintaining public safety and assisting with future assessments.”

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

“Councillor Rattigan proposed and Councillor Makinson seconded that the officer recommendation to Raise no Objection be AGREED.”

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