Tree pruning at Electricity Substation, Aston-on-Trent, Derby

“Proposal: The pruning of a trees covered by South Derbyshire District Council Tree Preservation Order no. 131 at Electricity Substation, Maple Drive, Aston-on-Trent, Derby, DE72 2DG Ward: Aston Reason for committee determination This item is presented to the Committee as the applicant is South Derbyshire District Council.”

“A tree survey was submitted on the 21 st May 2026. This details the species, size and location of the trees, along with a detailed description of the proposed works. A sketch plan showing the location of the trees proposed to be pruned has also been provided. Relevant planning history 9/2015/1023 - The felling and pruning of trees covered by South Derbyshire District Council tree preservation order number 131 Approved with conditions 11/05/2016”

“DMOT/2022/0027 - The pruning of trees covered by South Derbyshire District Council Tree Preservation Order no. Approved with conditions 06/11/2023”

“Evidence of squirrel damage, resulting from bark stripping was noted throughout the majority of the trees. The South Derbyshire Tree Officer states that the proposed pruning works are considered appropriate for the ongoing management of the trees and will assist in reducing the risk of future branch failure while maintaining their amenity value. The trees are mature specimens that at the time of inspection exhibited no readily visible defects or indicators of poor condition.”

“The application proposes tree management to numerous trees within TPO 131, these works are neither considered to be excessive or detrimental to amenity or biodiversity and will ensure the trees remain in good health. No matters were identified that would outweigh the acceptability of the development in principle and accordingly the application is recommended for approval.”

“Responses to consultations and publicity SDDC Tree Officer - recommends consent is granted for the works. No other comments received in response to the consultation undertaken.”

“The Planning Delivery Team Leader presented the report and outlined the Application.”

“Members discussed the Application and supported the officer’s recommendations.”

“That planning permission be approved as per the recommendations in the report of the Head of Planning.”

“Reason: To conform with Regulation 17 of the Town and Country Planning (Tree Preservation) (England) Regulations 2012, in order to enable the Local Planning Authority to consider any proposals beyond this period in the interests of safeguarding the amenity value of the trees. The works shall be carried out in accordance with British Standard 3998:2010 - Tree Work (or equivalent document which may update or supersede that Standard).”