Tree pruning and crown lifting at CAR Park, Meeting Street, Ramsgate

“LOCATION: No22 Pear trees T11,T9 ,T1, T2, T3, T4, T10, , T416, T418 ; Pruning to secondary branches. Crown lift to 2.5m above ground level, T418 Crown lift to 2.5m above ground level T5 T6 ,T411, T412 T413 ,T414, T415, T419 Crown lift to 2.5m above ground level, prune to give bt wires 0.5m clearance…”

“The trees are situated within the Ramsgate Conservation Area, situated around Meeting Street Car Park, overlooked by Canterbury Road, Kent Gardens, The Square,and Romney Close. The trees are all Pear of similar age 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.”

“Thanet District Council (TDC) records indicate no prior works have been carried out on these trees.”

“The proposed works include: Pruning for clearance- where required to avoid conflict with the built environment. Crown lifting to 2.5m - To allow better pedestrian access. Removal of dead wood - included in the application though permission is not required 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 works, primarily pruning, are necessary for maintaining public safety and assisting with future assessments. Given that these works are deemed essential for the effective management of the trees and do not significantly harm the amenity value of the site, there is no need to impose a Tree Preservation Order (TPO).”

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

“No consultations have been undertaken for this notice.”

“Councillor Rusiecki proposed and Councillor Matterface seconded the officer recommendation to RAISE NO OBJECTION the application.”

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