Pruning of a protected oak at Hope Way, Church Gresley, Swadlincote

“Proposal: The pruning of a Oak tree covered by South Derbyshire District Council TPO 364 Ward: Church Gresley Reason for committee determination This item is presented to the Committee as the applicant is South Derbyshire District Council. Executive Summary This item is presented to the Committee as South Derbyshire District Council is the applicant. The protected Oak Tree is located in the grass verge on a public footpath and is thus highly visible.”

“The proposal The application is for the crown lifting and cutting back of branches of a mature Oak tree (T2). The proposed works include a crown lift to provide clearance of 3m over the grass verge and cut back branches to provide clearance of 2m from the set of garages. The pruning works are required in the interests of mitigating damage to the roof of the garages and improving light conditions over the verge.”

“A tree survey was submitted on the 5 th August 2025 when the application was originally submitted. The tree survey details the species, size and location of the tree, along with a detailed description of the proposed works. A map showing the trees location and the public rights of way is also included. Relevant planning history No relevant planning history. Responses to consultations and publicity SDDC Tree Officer - recommends consent is granted for the works.”

“DMOT/2025/0995 The Planning Delivery Team Leader addressed the Committee and presented the report, noting the key aspects outlined within the Application. Members discussed the proposals and supported the officer’s recommendations. RESOLVED: That planning permission be approved as per the recommendations in the report of the Executive Director – Place and Prosperity. DM/59 THE INSTALLATION OF A STORAGE CONTAINER PLAYING FIELD, MAIN STREET, NETHERSEAL, SWADLINCOTE, DE12 8DB”

“None of the other matters raised through the publicity and consultation process amount to material considerations outweighing the assessment of the main issues set out above, noting that conditions or obligations have been attached where meeting the tests for their imposition.”

“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).”