62 Forest Road, Hackney, London, E8 3BT Data via plota.co.uk

Pending 2026/1404 - Works to a Tree in Conservation Area Notification
Date received
29 Jul 2026
Postcode
E8 3BT
Type
Works to a Tree in Conservation Area Notification

Description

T1 London Plane (Platanus × acerifolia) Carry out cyclical crown management works to the mature London Plane by removing all recent extension growth and reducing back to the previous established reduction points. Works to include the selective removal of approximately 2-3 metres of new growth throughout the canopy, reinstating the tree to its previous management profile whilst maintaining a balanced and uniform crown structure. T2 - Magnolia Carry out a sensitive crown prune and reshape, selectively removing excessive, crossing or unbalanced growth whilst retaining the tree's natural form and amenity value. T3 - Lime Tree Prune back overhanging lateral growth to the boundary wall line and undertake a crown lift to provide approximately 5 metres clearance above street level, removing growth encroaching onto the public highway and associated infrastructure. T4 - Weeping Willow Prune back overhanging growth to the boundary wall line, maintaining a balanced canopy whilst reducing encroachment beyond the property boundary. T5 - Eucalyptus Pollard tree back to suitable historic reduction points in order to maintain size and manage future growth. All works will be carried out in compliance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations, adhering to current industry best practice. Reason for works: General tree maintenance and light starvation to property… Data via plota.co.uk

Hackney
Planning Authority Score
2.4/10
Poor
#256 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Other decisions

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