18a, 18 Somerfield Road, Hackney, London, N4 2JJ Data via plota.co.uk

No Objection 2026/1603 - Works to a Tree in Conservation Area Notification
Date received
5 Aug 2026
Postcode
N4 2JJ
Type
Works to a Tree in Conservation Area Notification

Description

Front of the Property: T1: Hazel (multi stemmed): Approximately 5.00pm: Urgent work: This tree is part of an outgrown hedge that is overhanging and obstructing the pavement. It is to be maintained as a part of the hedge. We would like to carry out work as soon as possible to remove the obstruction. Reduce to a height of approximately 2.20m pruning back into main hedge line. Reduce lateral and sub lateral growth obstructing public footpath. Reduce rear face back into hedge line. General maintenance. Data via plota.co.uk

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Hackney
Planning Authority Score
2.4/10
Poor
#256 of 296 councils
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Hackney is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #220 out of 296. Hackney is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 84% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 84% approved vs 90% nationally
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Hackney decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
82%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #248 of 296
84%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #257 of 296
53%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (63%) #220 of 296
46%
Extended time limit
Above avg (41%) #201 of 296
75%
Minor dwellings approved
204 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
4 decided (10+ homes)
50%
Change of use approved
2 decided
1,323
Total decisions
241 refused in the year to March 2026