How will the tree be assessed and what works are generally approved?
Trees will be assessed according to a standard inspection report. This report takes into account the species of the tree, the amenity value of the tree, the concern of the applicant, the health of the tree and any property damage caused by the tree. Council will usually only consider removing a healthy tree as a last resort. Where a tree is causing damage to property, Council will only consider removal if the damage is substantial and remedial work to stop further damage is not possible. Minor damage such as cracked driveways or damaged pipes will generally not result in approval to remove the tree. Pruning will be approved where it is necessary to improve the health of the tree or where it can be demonstrated that formative pruning would benefit the tree. Pruning to improve the stability or reduce risks of trees would also generally be approved. Lopping, topping, pollarding or other forms of drastic pruning would generally not be approved.
Related Questions
- Can expenses be reimbursed if they are incurred before the grant is approved? For example, can an entity be reimbursed for a tree inventory conducted during the summer of 2009?
- Can I stop planning permission being granted - or prevent approved development being carried out - by getting a tree preservation order imposed on a tree on the site?
- How will the tree be assessed and what works are generally approved?
